whinnying of horses; sound of wind; sparse gray hair
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whinnying of horses; soughing of wind; rustling sound
literaryLiterary and poetic usage, often found in classical Chinese poetry to create an atmosphere of desolation or vigor.
The wind blows cold at the Yi River; the brave warrior departs, never to return.
The parting horses neigh mournfully.
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The rain pattered steadily outside the window, making it hard to fall asleep.
adjective
(of hair) grayish-white and sparse; grizzled
literaryDescribes the appearance of hair that has turned white with age and thinned out, often carrying a connotation of aged dignity or solitary desolation.
With sparse white hair, I lie in the marshes; only Heaven and Earth can witness my loyal heart.
Turning my head, I look at the desolate place I came from; going back, there is neither rain nor shine.
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Although that old man had sparse white hair, he was full of vigor.