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苟安
gǒu'ān

to seek momentary ease

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  • 苟安一隅 gǒu'ān​yī​yú to seek peace in one corner
    To be content with temporary peace and safety in a small or isolated area, especially while the rest of the country is in danger; to settle for a small territory instead of resisting invaders.