身将就木 | approaching the end of one's life

shēn身jiāng将jiu就mù木

Approaching the end of one's life; on one's deathbed; with one foot in the grave.

爷爷虽然身将就木，但头脑依然清醒，对家里的事情了如指掌。

Although Grandpa is approaching the end of his life, his mind remains clear, and he knows all about the family's affairs.

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