Definition
腾空而起 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'to soar into the sky' — used literally for rockets, birds, or smoke rising suddenly, and figuratively for 'to make a meteoric rise in one's career or status through relentless effort'.
f.e.
to soar into the sky(figurative) to rise rapidly in life or career through persistent effort
Examples
- 腾空而起，。Huǒjiàn téng kōng, fēi xiàng tàikōng.The rocket soared into the sky, flying toward space.
- ，腾空而起。Tā píngjiè nǔlì hé nénglì, zài gōngsī li téng kōng.Through his effort and ability, he skyrocketed within the company.
- 腾空而起，。Zhè jiā chūchuàng qǐyè qùnián téng kōng, chéngwéi hángyè lǐngtóuyáng.This startup soared into prominence last year, becoming an industry leader.
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