东奔西走
dōng bēn xī zǒu
HSK 3.0 Level 7
Rare
Definitions
- 1. to run this way and that (idiom); to rush about busily
- 2. to bustle about
- 3. to hopscotch
- 4. also 東跑西顛|东跑西颠[dōng pǎo xī diān]
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Collocations
Often used with 为了 (for the sake of) or 到处 (everywhere) to emphasize the reason or scope of rushing around.
Common mistakes
Do not use 东奔西走 for leisurely strolling; it implies hurried, tiring movement.
Example Sentences
1 shown为了找工作，他整天 东奔西走 。
He rushes about all day to find a job.
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