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巧不若拙
巧不若拙
巧不若拙
巧不若拙
巧不若拙
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巧不若拙
巧不若拙
巧不若拙
巧不若拙

qiǎo巧bù不ruò若zhuō拙

Sometimes, a simple or even seemingly less clever approach is more effective, reliable, or beneficial than an overly ingenious or complex one. It suggests that straightforwardness can outperform excessive cleverness.

在处理这份复杂的报告时,与其追求花哨的排版,不如用最直观的方式呈现数据,巧不若拙,清晰明了才是关键。
When dealing with this complex report, instead of pursuing fancy layouts, it's better to present the data in the most straightforward way. Simplicity often triumphs over cleverness; clarity is key.

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巧不胜拙

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