失势 (shī shì) — to lose power or influence; to fall from grace
Definition
To lose power or position after having it — often through scandal, defeat, or a rival's rise. Typically used for public figures, officials, or leaders rather than ordinary people.
verb
to lose power or influenceto fall from grace
Examples
- 失势。Tā yīn wèi chǒu wén shī shì le.He lost power because of a scandal.
- ，。Tā zài gōng sī lǐ shī guò shì, hòu lái yòu huí lái le.He once lost power in the company but later came back.
- 失势。Zhè cì xuǎn jǔ ràng tā chè dǐ shī shì.This election made him completely lose power.
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