庇葉傷枝
Reading: ひようしょうし
Meaning: harming the essential while protecting the trivial
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Example Sentence
Obsessing over small details led to damaging what was truly important.
Usage Notes
Used metaphorically to criticize misplaced priorities where protecting minor things leads to damage of more important matters.
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