sing4 sing3 zeoi1 gik1乘勝追擊乘胜追击
Jyutpingsing4 sing3 zeoi1 gik1
Yalesìhng sing jēui gīk
Definition
To follow up on a victory or success by pushing forward while things are going well.
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How it's used
This idiom is used to describe capitalizing on a streak of good fortune or a recent success to achieve even more. It implies a strategic decision to maintain momentum rather than resting on one's laurels. It is frequently used in business, sports, and entertainment contexts where timing is critical.
Examples
They won the first match and decided to keep the momentum going to win the championship.
nei5你ji4而gaa1家saang1生ji3意gam3咁hou2好，hai6係mai6咪jing1應goi1該sing4乘sing3勝zeoi1追gik1擊hoi1開do1多gaan1間fan1分dim3店？
Your business is doing so well right now, shouldn't you strike while the iron is hot and open another branch?
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Common phrases
to follow up a success by expanding into a new field
decide to strike while the iron is hot
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Grammar guides
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