To be talented but unlucky; to possess great abilities but encounter unfortunate circumstances or a short life, thus unable to achieve one's full potential.
他一生勤奋好学，才华横溢，可惜有才无命，未能施展抱负。
He was diligent and learned all his life, full of talent, but unfortunately, he was talented but ill-fated, unable to realize his ambitions.
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