míng​luó​kāi​dào

to beat gongs to clear the way

鸣锣开道 鳴鑼開道 míng​luó​kāi​dào
to beat gongs to clear the way
To beat gongs to clear the path for an official's procession in ancient times.
to pave the way
To prepare public opinion or create fanfare for a coming event or the appearance of something new.

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