Chinese
bùyuǎnqiānlǐ
Meaning: to make light of traveling a thousand li; to go to the trouble of traveling a long distance
Part of Speech: Idiom

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Example sentences

他不遠千里來到這裡,就是為了見你一面。
他不远千里来到这里,就是为了见你一面。
He traveled a thousand miles to come here just to see you.
為了治療頑疾,他不遠千里四處求醫。
In order to cure his chronic illness, he traveled thousands of miles to seek medical help everywhere.

Usage Notes

An idiom expressing someone's willingness to travel a great distance, usually indicating great sincerity, dedication, or enthusiasm.

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