软钉子
ruǎn​dīng​zi

rebuff

  • created sense approved 软钉子/軟釘子 · ruǎn​dīng​zi · rebuff

    软钉子 / 軟釘子

    ruǎn​dīng​zi

    rebuff

    A tactful, polite, or subtle retort or rejection that is difficult to respond to directly.

    经理委婉地拒绝了他的请求，让他碰了个软钉子。

    noun

    created sense

  • created sense approved 软钉子/軟釘子 · ruǎn​dīng​zi · soft nail

    软钉子 / 軟釘子

    ruǎn​dīng​zi

    soft nail

    A physical nail made of soft or flexible material that bends easily when struck.

    这种材料制成的软钉子根本敲不进坚硬的木头。

    noun

    created sense