延頸挙踵
Reading: えんけいきょしょう
Meaning: to wait eagerly; to anticipate with great expectations
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Frase de Exemplo
The people are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new king
Notas de Uso
Literally describes the physical act of stretching one's neck and standing on tiptoe while waiting. Used figuratively to express eager anticipation.
Domine esta palavra no Sottaku!
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