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雪中送炭 (xuě zhōng sòng tàn)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

To provide timely help when someone is in desperate need.

Definition (中文解释)

在下雪天给人送炭取暖。比喻在别人急需时给以物质上或精神上的帮助。

Derivation (典故出处)

宋·范成大《大雪送炭与芥隐》诗不是雪中须送炭,聊装风景要诗来。”

Example (造句示例)

When I lost my job, my friend offered me a loan - that was truly helping me in the snow by sending charcoal.