这魏严腰杆他都挺直了
“Wei Yan has become emboldened!”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
这谢征回来了
“Now that Xie Zheng is back,”
这魏严腰杆他都挺直了
“Wei Yan has become emboldened!”
今天这魏严过来
“Wei Yan came here today”
“Look how smug and bold he has become now that his supporter is back.”
In hierarchical court dynamics, a subordinate's physical posture and deference directly mirror the political fortune and physical presence of their patron.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to straighten one's spine; to gain confidence and boldness
A vivid idiom used metaphorically when someone suddenly gains confidence, pride, or backing.
Marks a change of state, stressing that he was previously deferential but is now acting proud.