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续貂
xù​diāo

to add a bad sequel

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  • 狗尾续貂 gǒu​wěi​xù​diāo inappropriate promotion
    Originally used to describe the excessive granting of official titles, where sable tails were insufficient for official caps and dog tails were used instead