【いちばくじっかん】

    expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
  1. bursts of exertion will fail to bear fruit if interrupted by long periods of idlenessyojijukugofrom Mencius
  2. strenuous efforts, unless sustained, are to no availyojijukugo
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  1. bursts of exertion will fail to bear fruit if interrupted by long periods of idleness
    2. This phrase emphasizes that intermittent hard work, without consistent effort, will not lead to significant results. It warns that too much inactivity can negate the benefits of moments of intense effort.
    Even if you study hard, your grades won't improve if you play too much.
    Even if you intensely exercise for a short period, the effects will be minimal if you take too many breaks.
  2. strenuous efforts, unless sustained, are to no avail
    3. This meaning reinforces the idea that sporadic, intense efforts are ultimately ineffective unless they are part of a consistent and ongoing commitment.
    Putting in full effort for a short time is meaningless if it doesn't last.
    No matter how hard you try, your skills won't improve without repeated practice.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to make a burst of effort followed by long periods of idlenessthe balance of effort and resta life of bursts of exertion and extended idlenessa short period of effortpointless effortsto work hardthe importance of persistenceplanned restto continue effortsto pour energy into
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