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不以为然 (bù yǐ wéi rán)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

To not think it is so; to disagree with or not approve of something.

Definition (中文解释)

然是,对。不认为是对的。表示不同意或否定。

Derivation (典故出处)

宋·苏轼《再乞罢详定役法状》右臣先曾奏论前衙一役,只当招募,不当定差,执政不以为然。”

Example (造句示例)

When she suggested changing the plan, he shook his head, implying that he thought otherwise.