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身体力行 (shēn tǐ lì xíng)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

To practice what one preaches; to set an example by personally taking action.

Definition (中文解释)

身亲身;体体验。亲身体验,努力实行。

Derivation (典故出处)

《淮南子·氾论训》圣人以身体之。”《礼记·中庸》 力行近乎仁。”

Example (造句示例)

She always talks about environmental protection, but she never actually recycles; she should learn to practice what she preaches.