长此以往 (cháng) — (set phrase) if things continue this way; if this situation persists
Definition
A written idiom warning that if the current bad situation continues, a negative outcome will follow. Used in formal writing or speeches to issue a caution, not in everyday talk.
idiom
(set phrase) if things continue this wayif this situation persists
Examples
- 长此以往，。cháng, Nǐ de shēn tǐ huì yuè lái yuè chà.If things continue this way, your health will get worse and worse.
- 长此以往，。cháng, Gōng sī chí zǎo huì dǎo bì.If things continue this way, the company will go bankrupt sooner or later.
- 长此以往，。cháng, Nǐ men de máo dùn zhī huì jiā shēn.If things continue this way, your conflict will only deepen.
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