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万无一失

wàn wú yī shī

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • surefire; absolutely safe (idiom)

Definition

绝对不会出错,形容有绝对把握。

Absolutely certain; no risk of failure.

Usage

用于形容计划、安排或准备非常周密,确保不会出现任何差错。

Used to describe a plan, arrangement, or preparation that is extremely thorough and ensures no mistakes.

Examples

  • 1 我们做了万无一失的准备。 (We made foolproof preparations.)
  • 2 他复习得万无一失,考试肯定能通过。 (He reviewed so thoroughly that he's absolutely certain to pass the exam.)
  • 3 这个方案经过反复论证,可以说是万无一失。 (After repeated论证, this plan can be said to be infallible.)
  • 4 经过多次测试,系统运行万无一失。 (After multiple tests, the system operates without any risk of failure.)
  • 5 他们确保旅行计划万无一失,每个细节都考虑到了。 (They ensured the travel plan was foolproof, considering every detail.)
  • 6 医生确保手术万无一失,做了充分的术前准备。 (The doctor ensured the surgery was absolutely safe, with thorough preoperative preparations.)

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