Small in stature but vigorous and capable (describing a person); concise and forceful, brief and powerful (describing an article, speech, or plan).
那篇评论文章篇幅虽不长，但内容短小精悍，观点独到，让人受益匪浅。
Although that review article was not long, its content was concise and powerful, offering unique insights that greatly benefited readers.
Era:
Ancient
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Story:
During the Western Han Dynasty, Sima Qian, in his work "Biographies of the Wandering Knights," described these knights as men of righteousness who came to the aid of those in distress and were willing to sacrifice for their friends.
One such knight, Guo Jie, was small in stature but shrewd and tough.
He abstained from alcohol but could be quite ruthless, resorting to killing at the slightest displeasure. He would risk his life to avenge friends and was known to harbor fugitives and commit illegal acts.
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