civil and military affairs; literary talent and martial arts; civil officials and military officers
Meanings
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literary talent and martial arts/prowess
Commonly used in the idiom 文武双全 (complete in both civil and military arts).
He is complete in both civil and military arts—a rare talent indeed.
This general is not only highly skilled in martial arts but also well-versed in military strategy—truly complete in both civil and military arts.
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Ancient scholars emphasized being complete in both civil and military arts; one cannot just read books rigidly.
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civil governance and military achievements
formalRefers to governing through cultural/educational means versus military conquest. Used in formal or historical contexts.
Ancient sage kings employed both civil governance and military might, ruling effortlessly through virtuous non-action.
Governing a nation requires employing both civil and military means; neither should be neglected.
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Many dynasties in history emphasized possessing both civil and military capabilities to ensure long-term stability.
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civil officials and military officers/generals
formalCollective term for all court officials, both civil and military. Often used in historical contexts.
All the civil and military officials at court agreed with this decision.
The emperor summoned all the civil and military officials to discuss state affairs.
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Among all the civil and military officials at court, no one dared to speak.
All the civil and military officials lined up to receive the imperial carriage.