大刀阔斧 (dà dāo kuò fǔ) — (idiom) bold and resolute; decisive and vigorous in action
Definition
A chengyu meaning 'bold and decisive' in carrying out reform or major action. Implies sweeping, vigorous moves rather than small, cautious steps.
idiom
bold and resolutedecisive and vigorous in action
Examples
- 大刀阔斧，。Tā zuò shì dà dāo kuò fǔ, cóng bù tuō ní dài shuǐ.He does things boldly and resolutely, never dragging things out.
- 大刀阔斧。Gǎi gé xū yào dà dāo kuò fǔ de jīng shén.Reform requires a bold and decisive spirit.
- 大刀阔斧。Xīn lǐng dǎo shàng rèn hòu dà dāo kuò fǔ dì tuī xíng le xīn zhèng cè.The new leader implemented new policies boldly and decisively after taking office.
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