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用力
yòng lì
Meaning
- to exert oneself physically
Definition
用劲；使劲。
to exert force; to put forth effort.
Usage
常作为动词短语，表示用力做某事，后面可接动词或单独使用。
Often used as a verb phrase meaning to exert force to do something, can be followed by a verb or used alone.
Examples
- 1 他用力推门。 (He pushed the door forcefully.)
- 2 别太用力，小心弄坏。 (Don't use too much force, be careful not to break it.)
- 3 她用力一拉，绳子就断了。 (She gave a hard pull, and the rope broke.)
- 4 用力吸气。 (Breathe in deeply.)
- 5 他用力地点了点头。 (He nodded vigorously.)
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