城中的谣言沸沸扬扬
“Rumors are spreading all over the city.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
清清火
“It will clear the heat.”
城中的 谣言 沸沸扬扬
“Rumors are spreading all over the city.”
“The area outside the Three Judicial Offices has been wrecked again.”
“Public opinion is spiraling out of control and we are in serious trouble if we do not fix this.”
In traditional Chinese statecraft, widespread public gossip ('rumors') was seen as a dangerous precursor to civil unrest, putting immense pressure on judicial officials.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
bubbling up with excitement or clamor; causing a widespread commotion
A vivid four-character idiom frequently used to describe scandals, rumors, or heated public debates spreading uncontrollably.