螻蟻潰堤
Reading: ろうぎかいてい
Meaning: small causes leading to major disasters
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Example Sentence
By neglecting small problems, it developed into a major disaster.
Usage Notes
Literally refers to moles and ants destroying a dam, metaphorically meaning that small problems can lead to major catastrophes if ignored.
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