Definition
稍纵即逝 is a four-character idiom (成语) literally meaning 'slightly loose, then it's gone'. It describes something extremely short-lived, such as an opportunity, a moment, or a feeling. You use it to emphasize that something must be seized immediately or it will disappear.
idiom
fleetingtransientquickly passing
Examples
- 稍纵即逝，。Shíjiān shāo, wǒmen yào hǎohǎo lìyòng.Time is fleeting; we must make good use of it.
- 稍纵即逝，。Zhège jīhuì shāo, nǐ bìxū mǎshàng juédìng.This opportunity is fleeting; you must decide immediately.
- 稍纵即逝，。Qīngchūn shāo, yào hǎohǎo zhēnxī.Youth is fleeting; cherish it well.
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