举足轻重

jǔ zú qīng zhòng

HSK 7–9

Meaning

处于重要地位，一举一动都足以影响全局。

to hold a decisive position; to be of crucial importance.

常用来形容人或事物在某个领域或局势中具有关键性的作用。

often used to describe a person or thing that plays a key role in a certain field or situation.

1 他在公司里举足轻重，任何重大决策都需要他的同意。 (He holds a pivotal position in the company; any major decision requires his approval.)
2 这个地区的和平稳定对全球局势举足轻重。 (Peace and stability in this region are crucial to the global situation.)
3 她的投票在委员会中举足轻重，决定了提案的通过与否。 (Her vote is decisive in the committee, determining whether the proposal is passed.)
4 科技发展在今天的经济中举足轻重，推动了社会进步。 (Technological development plays a vital role in today's economy, driving social progress.)
5 在谈判中，他的立场举足轻重，影响了最终的结果。 (His stance in the negotiations was of great importance, influencing the final outcome.)

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