韓信匍匐
Reading: かんしんほふく
Meaning: enduring humiliation for a greater purpose
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Example Sentence
He endures present humiliation for future success.
Usage Notes
Based on the story of Han Xin, who crawled between someone's legs rather than fight, knowing he had a greater destiny. Used to describe enduring temporary humiliation for future success.
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