yǐn​zhèn​zhǐ​kě

counterproductive remedy

Senses

饮鸩止渴/ 飲鴆止渴 yǐn​zhèn​zhǐ​kě counterproductive remedy

idiom · to seek temporary relief through a desperate measure that results in disaster; a supposed remedy that only makes matters worse

借高利贷来偿还债务,无异于饮鸩止渴。

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