driven solely by considerations of profit or gain; be intent on nothing but personal profit; mercenary; unscrupulous in pursuit of gain
那个商人唯利是图，为了眼前的利益不惜损害客户的信任。
That merchant was solely profit-driven, willing to damage customer trust for immediate gains.
Era:
Ancient
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During the Spring and Autumn Period, Duke Huan of Qin often acted without integrity. He signed an alliance with Duke Li of Jin at Linghu. However, after returning to his state, he immediately broke his promise, instigating the Di and Chu states to attack Jin. He famously told the King of Chu, "Although I have dealings with Jin, I only look to profit."
Duke Li of Jin was enraged and sent his minister Lü Xiang to formally sever ties with Qin. Shortly after the two states broke off relations, war erupted between them.
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