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“exploit loopholes” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinzuān kòng zi

Example

考试的时候别想着钻空子。kǎo shì de shí hòu bié xiǎng zhe zuān kòng zi

Don't try to exploit loopholes during the exam.

Illustration for 钻空子 (exploit loopholes)

How to say “exploit loopholes” in Chinese

“Exploit loopholes” in Chinese is 钻空子 (zuān kòng zi).

Finding a narrow gap in a system and squeezing through it to avoid its intended limits.

Full entry for 钻空子: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 钻空子

别总想着钻空子,踏实工作才是长久之道。bié zǒng xiǎng zhe zuān kòng zi tā shí gōng zuò cái shì cháng jiǔ zhī dào

Don't always think about exploiting loopholes; diligent work is the way to lasting success.

Tips for using 钻空子

  • The word is conversational and often carries disapproval, while a neutral description is better when the speaker does not want to judge the person's conduct.

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