Definition
闷棍 literally refers to a sudden blow from a cudgel, often delivered from behind. Figuratively, it describes any unexpected setback or sneak attack — a frequent idiomatic usage in business, competition, or personal misfortune.
noun
a sudden blow with a cudgel(figurative) a surprise attack or unexpected setback
Examples
- 闷棍。Tā cóng bèihòu dǎ le nà rén yí jì mēn.He hit that person from behind with a cudgel blow.
- 闷棍。Zhège xiāoxi duì tā jiǎnzhí shì dāng tóu yí mēn.This news was a sudden blow to him.
- 闷棍，。Gōngsī zài jìngzhēng zhōng ái le yí jì mēn, sǔnshī cǎnzhòng.The company suffered a sudden setback in the competition, with heavy losses.
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