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根深蒂固 (gēn shēn dì gù)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

Deeply rooted and firmly established, often used to describe habits, ideas, or problems that are difficult to change.

Definition (中文解释)

比喻基础深厚,不容易动摇。

Derivation (典故出处)

《老子》有国之母,可以长久,是谓深根固柢,长生久视之道。”《韩非子·解老》柢固则生长,根深则视久。”

Example (造句示例)

His prejudice against new technology is deeply entrenched.