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摇摇欲坠

搖搖欲墜
yáo yáo yù zhuìHSK 7

摇摇欲坠 (yáo yáo yù zhuì) is an HSK 7 Chinese word with 1 definition and 2 bilingual examples.

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Definitions & Usage

Meanings and examples

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idiom 成语

  1. Englishon the verge of collapse (lit. swaying as if about to fall)

    • EX
      地震过后，那栋老楼摇摇欲坠，救援人员不敢轻易靠近。

      After the earthquake, the old building was on the verge of collapse, so rescuers did not dare go near it.

    • EX
      这个公司的资金链长期紧张，加上内部管理混乱，已经摇摇欲坠了。

      The company's finances have been strained for a long time, and with its chaotic internal management, it is now on the verge of collapse.