sell off goods; take out (money); take action; skill level
Meanings
6 senses · 14 examplesverb
to sell off (goods, often implying a quick or underhanded sale)
neutralOften used for illicit or urgent sales, or in business contexts to sell inventory.
We finally managed to sell off this batch of overstocked goods.
He is in a hurry to sell off his old car, so the price is very cheap.
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He sold off this batch of antiques very quickly.
verb
to take out; to hand over (money)
neutralOften used when giving someone money, implying a generous or decisive action.
He was very generous and donated one hundred thousand yuan right away.
When a friend was in trouble, he immediately stepped in to help.
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The wallet was emptied as soon as the money was taken out.
verb
to take action; to start acting; to make a move
neutralCommonly used in contexts like martial arts, sports, or initiating any action. The phrase "该出手时就出手" is a famous saying from the novel "Water Margin."
Seeing the thief, he took action without hesitation and subdued him.
The match has started, and the players are all taking action.
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People in the martial world emphasize taking action when it's time to act.
noun
sleeve length
technicalA technical term in clothing and tailoring.
The sleeve length of this garment is a bit long.
Please measure the shoulder width and sleeve length.
noun
initial skill level; opening move (in chess, martial arts, etc.)
neutralOften used in competitive contexts like chess, Go, or martial arts to judge someone's starting ability.
Playing chess with him, you can tell from his opening moves that he's an expert.
This boxer's initial moves were extraordinary, winning applause from the entire audience.
noun
see "打出手"
technicalRefers to the definition of "打出手" (dǎ chū shǒu), which means a stage combat technique in Chinese opera involving acrobatics and weapon throwing, or metaphorically a fierce fight.
The stage combat in this opera scene is very spectacular.