uphold justice and eliminate evil; TCM: strengthen vital energy and expel pathogenic factors
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to uphold righteousness and eliminate evil; to support what is right and eradicate what is evil
formalCommonly used in political, moral, or organizational contexts to describe taking a stand against corruption, wrongdoing, or negative influences. Often describes the role of leaders or institutions.
Leading cadres should lead by example, taking the lead in upholding righteousness and eliminating evil, and avoid improper conduct.
We must resolutely uphold justice and eliminate evil to foster a healthy social atmosphere.
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As a judge, his duty is to uphold righteousness and eliminate evil, and to safeguard justice.
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(in Traditional Chinese Medicine) to strengthen the healthy qi (vital energy) and expel pathogenic factors; to reinforce the body's resistance and eliminate pathogenic influences
technicalA fundamental treatment principle in TCM used when the patient has both deficiency (weak vital energy) and excess (presence of pathogenic factors). It aims to support the body's defenses while eliminating disease-causing agents.
Traditional Chinese Medicine often uses the method of strengthening vital energy and expelling pathogenic factors to treat cancer, both boosting immunity and inhibiting tumor growth.
In the later stages of an epidemic, emphasis should be placed on strengthening healthy qi and expelling pathogenic factors to help the body recover its vital energy.
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This senior TCM doctor is skilled at strengthening vital energy and expelling pathogenic factors to treat various chronic diseases.