Definition
斗智斗勇 is a four-character set phrase meaning 'to engage in a contest of wits and courage'. It describes a situation where two sides compete not just with physical strength but also with intelligence and bravery. You'll hear it in contexts like sports, business negotiations, military strategy, or any competitive scenario where both mental and physical effort are required.
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to compete with both intelligence and couragea contest of wits and bravery
Examples
- 斗智斗勇，。Zhè chǎng bǐsài shuāngfāng dǒu, fēicháng jīngcǎi.In this match, both sides competed with intelligence and courage; it was very exciting.
- ，斗智斗勇，。Tánpàn zhōng, tāmen dǒu, zuìhòu dáchéng le xiéyì.During the negotiations, they engaged in a contest of wits and bravery and finally reached an agreement.
- ，斗智斗勇。Zài zhànchǎng shàng, jiànglǐng men xūyào dǒu cáinéng qǔshèng.On the battlefield, generals need to compete with both intelligence and courage to win.
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