- storing grain against a famine
- to lay sth by for a rainy day
- also written 积谷防饥
Generated: This phrase is used to express the idea of preparing for potential future difficulties by saving resources.
We should store grain against a famine, in case of unexpected needs.
Generated: This meaning emphasizes the importance of saving or preserving something for future emergencies or challenges.
He always likes to lay something by for a rainy day to cope with potential economic hardships in the future.
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