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生死存亡 (shēng sǐ cún wáng)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

The critical moment between life and death; a matter of survival or ruin.

Definition (中文解释)

生存或者死亡。形容局势或斗争的的发展已到最后关头。

Derivation (典故出处)

《左传·定公十五年》夫礼,死生存亡之体也。”

Example (造句示例)

The company's future hangs in the balance during this merger—it's a matter of life or death.