不堪一击 (bú) — extremely fragile; unable to withstand even the slightest attack or criticism
Definition
Used for arguments, defenses, or teams that are so weak they crumble under any pressure — 'collapses at the first blow.' Stronger than just saying something is 脆弱 (fragile).
idiom
extremely fragileunable to withstand even the slightest attack or criticism
Examples
- 不堪一击，。Zhè ge lùn diǎn shí zài bú, hěn róng yì bèi fǎn bó.This argument is really fragile; it's easily refuted.
- 不堪一击，。Tā men de fáng shǒu bú, duì fāng qīng yì jiù dé fēn le.Their defense couldn't withstand a single blow; the opponent scored easily.
- 不堪一击。Quē fá jīng yàn de tuán duì wǎng wǎng bú.Teams lacking experience often cannot withstand even one setback.
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