To talk in a disorganized or rambling manner; to speak aimlessly without a clear central theme, often shifting from one topic to another.
他在会议上总是东拉西扯，让大家听不清重点。
He always rambles on in meetings, making it difficult for everyone to grasp the main points.
Era:
Early Modern
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Story:
After Jia Baoyu moved into the Grand View Garden, he spent his days not studying, but rather playing with girls like Daiyu, Tanchun, and Baochai. His father, Jia Zheng, had no choice but to hire a private tutor, Mr. Dai Ru, to teach him.
However, Baoyu still managed to steal time away to visit Daiyu. They would ramble on and chat idly, often stirring up Lin Daiyu's jealousy. Yet, if they didn't see each other for a few days, both would feel an unbearable longing.
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