料敌如神 | foresee enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy

liào料dí敌rú如shén神

To foresee the enemy's movements with uncanny accuracy; to predict the opponent's strategies as if divinely inspired.

在这场象棋比赛中，他料敌如神，总能提前看穿对手的每一步棋。

In this chess game, he anticipated his opponent's moves with uncanny accuracy, always seeing through every step ahead of time.

Era:

Ancient

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Synonym:

先见之明、料事如神

Story:

During the Tang Dynasty, An Lushan, a military governor, launched a rebellion. Emperor Xuanzong appointed Guo Ziyi, the military governor of Shuofang, to suppress the revolt.

Guo Ziyi was known for his uncanny ability to foresee the enemy's moves (料敌如神). He decisively defeated rebel general Zhou Wanqing, repelled Gao Xiuyan, and successfully recaptured areas such as Fangzhong and Mayi.

Later, he joined forces with Li Guangbi, the military governor of Hedong, to defeat Shi Siming. As a result of his exceptional strategic foresight and military achievements, he was highly valued and trusted by Emperor Suzong.

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