Chinese
fēngchuīcǎodòng
Meaning: a sign of trouble; the slightest stir; a rustle of leaves in the wind
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

只要有一點風吹草動,這隻膽小的貓就會躲起來。
只要有一点风吹草动,这只胆小的猫就会躲起来。
At the slightest stir, this timid cat will go hide.
他的消息非常靈通,任何風吹草動都瞞不過他。
He is very well-informed; any subtle change cannot be hidden from him.

Usage Notes

A metaphor for the slightest sign of disturbance or change.

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