True mastery often appears simple or clumsy on the surface, concealing its profound skill; great wisdom or talent may seem unassuming.
他平日里话不多，看起来有些木讷，但在关键时刻总能提出独到的见解，真是大巧若拙啊。
He usually doesn't talk much and seems a bit dull, but at crucial moments, he always offers unique insights, truly embodying great skill appearing clumsy.
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During the Spring and Autumn period, the renowned philosopher Laozi said:
The most perfect seems to have shortcomings, yet its function is inexhaustible. The most abundant seems empty, yet its function is endless.
The straightest seems crooked, the most skillful seems clumsy, and the best orator seems to falter in speech.
Swift movement can conquer cold, and stillness can overcome heat.
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