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荆棘

thistles, thorns, and brambles; (figurative) hardships or obstacles

HSK 7+ · Frequency 3.4

Meanings

  • thorns; brambles; thorny undergrowth (often used metaphorically for obstacles or hardships)

Example sentences

  • 人生道路充满荆棘。
  • 荒地上长满了荆棘。