Chinese
píngbùqīngyún
Meaning: to rise rapidly in the world; a meteoric rise
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他自從獲得那次獎項後就平步青雲,成了業界的寵兒。
他自从获得那次奖项后就平步青云,成了业界的宠儿。
Since he won that award, he has risen rapidly in his career and become the darling of the industry.
他在仕途上一直平步青雲。
He has been rising steadily in his official career.

Usage Notes

Metaphor for a sudden and easy advancement in one's career or social status.

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