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谋取

móu qǔ

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • to seek
  • to strive for
  • to obtain
  • see also 牟取[mou2 qu3]

Definition

设法取得，常指通过计划或手段获取（多指不正当的）。

To seek or obtain something through scheming or contriving, often with a negative connotation.

Usage

常用于表示通过某种手段获取利益、职位等，可中性或贬义。

Often used to indicate obtaining benefits, positions, etc., through certain means, which can be neutral or derogatory.

Examples

  • 1 他试图谋取公司的重要职位。 (He tried to secure an important position in the company.)
  • 2 不要以不正当手段谋取个人利益。 (Do not seek personal gain through improper means.)
  • 3 他们通过贿赂谋取合同。 (They obtained the contract through bribery.)
  • 4 她努力谋取更好的发展机会。 (She strives to obtain better development opportunities.)
  • 5 这家企业涉嫌谋取非法利润。 (This company is suspected of seeking illegal profits.)

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