Unified and solid; used to describe a group or entity that is internally cohesive and difficult to divide or break apart

(idiom) to be a settled matter; to be decided or fixed in a way that cannot be changed

bold and vehement writing style; characterized by a forceful or heroic tone

(idiom) describes writing or poetry that is bold, forceful, and heroic in style; originally referring to a powerful musical accompaniment involving a copper pipa and iron clappers

beef grilled and served on a hot iron plate

eggplant served sizzling on a hot iron plate

fillet beef served on a hot iron griddle

A form of storytelling from northern China where the performer sings while beating time with a drum and metal clappers.

A traditional form of storytelling performance originating in Shandong, where the performer recites rhythmic verses while striking a pair of crescent-shaped metal or bamboo clappers.

a style of Japanese cooking where ingredients like meat, seafood, and vegetables are grilled on a large flat iron or steel plate

Metaphor for failing to achieve a goal and instead being scolded or flatly rejected; to hit a snag or meet with firm resistance