military affairs; military secrets
Meanings
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military affairs; military strategy; urgent military matters
formalOften used in formal or historical contexts, particularly in the phrase 贻误军机 (to delay or ruin military strategy). Refers to critical decisions and plans concerning military operations.
Delaying military strategy is a serious crime.
The general was dismissed and investigated for delaying military affairs.
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On the battlefield, delaying military strategy can lead to total annihilation.
noun
military secrets; classified military information
formalRefers to confidential information regarding national defense and military operations. Commonly used in the phrase 泄露军机 (to leak military secrets).
He was arrested for leaking military secrets.
Leaking military secrets is an act that endangers national security.
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This spy specializes in stealing classified military information to sell to foreign countries.