拔河 (bá hé) — Meaning 'tug of war

Meaning 'tug of war', this term is used metaphorically to describe a situation where two parties are in intense competition or conflict over something.

Example Usage

这两家公司之间的竞争简直就像在拔河。

The competition between these two companies is like a tug of war.

Cultural Context

Often used in business discussions or political contexts.

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