To go against one's true desires or aspirations; to betray one's own heartfelt wishes; to act contrary to one's genuine inclinations.
为了迎合他人的期待，她不得不负心违愿，放弃了自己钟爱的艺术梦想
To meet others' expectations, she had to go against her true aspirations and give up her beloved artistic dream.
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