力求 (lì qiú) — to strive to, to make every effort (to achieve something)

Definition

力求 is a formal verb meaning to strive for a specific goal or standard — often paired with a quality like 完美, 准确, or 公正. Stronger and more goal-oriented than 尽力 ('do one's best').

verb
to strive toto make every effort (to achieve something)

Examples

  • 力求
    Wǒ men zài gōng zuò zhōng lì qiú zuò dào zuì hǎo.
    We strive to do our best at work.
  • 力求
    Tā lì qiú zài kǎo shì zhōng qǔ dé hǎo chéng jì.
    He strives to achieve good results in the exam.
  • 力求
    Zhè jiā gōng sī lì qiú tí gōng zuì yōu zhì de fú wù.
    This company strives to provide the highest quality service.

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