鞠躬尽瘁
Reading: きっきゅうじんすい
Meaning: to serve with complete devotion until death
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Example Sentence
The old minister showed his determination to serve the country with complete devotion until death.
Usage Notes
Describes absolute dedication to duty or service, often to one's country or lord, to the point of sacrificing one's life. Used in formal or historical contexts.
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