臨時抱佛腳

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Chinese

temporary; provisional; ad hoc; interim; at the time when something happens; at the last moment
 
to grab the Buddha's foot; to leave something to do at the last minute; to make a last-minute effort
trad. (臨時抱佛腳) 臨時 抱佛腳
simp. (临时抱佛脚) 临时 抱佛脚
Literally: “to grab the Buddha's feet at the last minute”.

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Idiom

臨時抱佛腳

  1. to do something hurriedly only at the last minute; to make a last-minute effort, especially studying for examinations

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