Definition
来势 refers to the force, momentum, or intensity with which something begins or arrives — often used for natural phenomena (storms, floods), trends, or powerful movements. It emphasizes the initial impact or oncoming force rather than a steady state. You'll see it in patterns like 来势凶猛 (fierce onset) or 来势汹汹 (aggressive/overwhelming approach).
n.
the force or intensity with which something starts or arrivesonsetmomentum
Examples
- 来势，。Zhè chǎng bàoyǔ lái shì xiōngměng, hěnduō dìfang dōu yān le.This rainstorm hit with fierce force; many places were flooded.
- 来势，。Dírén de lái shì hěn měng, dàn wǒmen shǒu zhù le zhèndì.The enemy's onslaught was intense, but we held our position.
- 来势，。Zhè gǔ xīn cháoliú lái shì bù xiǎo, gǎibiàn le hěnduō rén de guānniàn.This new trend came with considerable momentum and changed many people's ideas.
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