Chinese

yǒudìfàngshǐ
Meaning: to shoot the arrow at the target; to have a target in mind
Part of Speech: Adverb, Four-character idiom

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Example

我們說話做事都應該有的放矢。
我们说话做事都应该有的放矢。
We should have a clear target in mind when we speak and act.

Usage Notes

A four-character idiom (chengyu) meaning to act with a clear purpose or to be targeted in one's actions or speech.

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