To suspend oneself from the ceiling by one's hair and prick one's thigh with an awl; to study with extraordinary diligence and self-discipline.
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Chinese proverbs are short, wise sayings that convey traditional values and life lessons.
- To bore a hole in the wall to steal light; to study diligently under harsh conditions.
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- Mistaking the reflection of a bow in a cup for a snake; unfounded suspicion or fear; to be overly suspicious.
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- A bird startled by the mere twang of a bow; a person who is easily frightened due to past experiences.
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- To fill a position without real qualifications; to pass oneself off as one of the crowd; to pad the number with unqualified people.
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