tōu​qiǎo

to find a clever way

  • created reference approved 偷巧 → 投机/投機 (see) — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    偷巧 tōu​qiǎo

    投机 / 投機 tóu​jī

    see

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  • created sense approved 偷巧 · tōu​qiǎo · to find a clever way — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    偷巧

    tōu​qiǎo

    to find a clever way

    To use ingenuity or shortcuts to make a complex task easier or more efficient

    偷, 巧

    偷 (literal) → 偷 · tōu · to find time 巧 (literal) → 巧 · qiǎo · skillful

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  • created sense approved 偷巧 · tōu​qiǎo · to shirk — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    偷巧

    tōu​qiǎo

    to shirk

    To use opportunistic or irresponsible methods to avoid hard work or difficulties

    偷, 巧

    偷 (literal) → 偷 · tōu · to drift along 巧 (literal) → 巧 · qiǎo · coincidental

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  • created sense approved 偷巧 · tōu​qiǎo · to disguise — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    偷巧

    tōu​qiǎo

    to disguise

    To cover up one's flaws with clever words or appearances; to garnish

    偷 (literal) → 偷 · tōu · secretly 巧 (literal) → 巧 · qiǎo · deceitful

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