一声令下 (yī shēng líng) — as soon as the order is given; at the word of command
Definition
An idiom for 'at the word of command' — emphasizes that everyone acts instantly once the order is given, carrying a strong military or authoritative tone.
idiom
as soon as the order is givenat the word of command
Examples
- 一声令下，。Jiāng jūn yī shēng líng, shì bīng men lì kè chū fā.The general gave the order, and the soldiers set off immediately.
- ，一声令下，。Bǐ sài kāi shǐ, jiào liàn yī shēng líng, duì yuán men chōng le chū qù.The game started; at the coach's command, the team members rushed out.
- 一声令下，。Lǎo bǎn yī shēng líng, quán tǐ yuán gōng kāi shǐ jiā bān.The boss gave the order, and all employees started working overtime.
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