Chinese
jílì
Meaning: with all one's might; to do one's utmost; strongly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

極力
極
力
极力
极
力

Example sentences

He strongly denied any involvement in the incident.
他極力否認自己犯了錯。
他极力否认自己犯了错。
He strongly denied having made a mistake.
為了爭取選票,他極力拉攏選民。
为了争取选票,他极力拉拢选民。
In order to win votes, he tried his best to win over the voters.

Usage Notes

Used to emphasize that someone is trying very hard to achieve something or make a point.

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