تلاش کریں
Rat race
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چوہا دوڑ
a draining and stressful lifestyle that consists of constantly competing with others for success, wealth, power, etc. and so leaving no room for rest and pleasure
What is the origin of the idiom "rat race" and when to use it?
The term "rat race" originates from the world of rat-catching, where rats were pitted against each other and the winner was the one that escaped. This idiom is typically used to describe the hectic and competitive nature of modern life, particularly in urban areas.
مثال
She has been stuck in the rat race for years, working long hours and sacrificing her personal life for her career.
Many people feel trapped in the rat race of their jobs and long for more meaningful work.
By the time he retired, he had been in the rat race for over three decades and was ready for a slower pace of life.
He burned out after years of participating in the rat race and decided to take a sabbatical.
She wanted to cash out of the rat race and find more purpose in her daily life.
