Chinese

xīlì
Meaning: sharp; incisive; trenchant
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

他的文筆十分犀利,總能一針見血地指出社會問題。
他的文笔十分犀利,总能一针见血地指出社会问题。
His writing is very incisive, always getting straight to the point about social issues.
他手拿一把利刃,眼神犀利。
He held a sharp blade in his hand, his eyes sharp.

Usage Notes

Can describe physical sharpness (weapons) or metaphorical sharpness (words, gaze, writing).

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