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Subject: Rendering a Chinese expression of all-out effort in English
Excerpt: This language item considered English ways to convey a popular Chinese expression about using all one’s strength.
Reference text and retained source material
This language item considered English ways to convey a popular Chinese expression about using all one’s strength. The best rendering depends on whether the context is literal, humorous or emphatic.
Language and reading: using this material
Compare wording, tone and information order across complete passages. Positions, prices, policies, exams and statistics retain their original context and should be verified before practical use.
