mó​liàn

to temper oneself

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  • created sense approved 磨练/磨練 · mó​liàn · to temper oneself — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

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    mó​liàn

    to temper oneself

    to temper, steel, or discipline oneself through hardship or trial

    磨 (literal) → 磨 · mó · hardship 练 (literal) → 练/練 · liàn · to practice

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  • created sense approved 磨练/磨練 · mó​liàn · ordeal — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

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    mó​liàn

    ordeal

    a trial, hardship, or period of self-discipline that strengthens one's character

    磨 (literal) → 磨 · mó · hardship 练 (literal) → 练/練 · liàn · to practice

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