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Chinese dictionary
v.seek; conspire to have
谋取利润
seek gains
不能为谋取暂时利益牺牲原则。
We mustn't seek temporary gain at the expense of principle.
谋取生活物资
seek a way to make a living
谋取名誉
seek fame
为谋取暂时的利益而牺牲原则是不被允许的。
It is not allowed to seek temporary gain at the expense of principle.
谋取职务
seek a post
她决心要在商界谋取一份事业。
She was intent on pursuing a career in business.
他被控以欺骗的手段谋取财产。
He was accused of dishonestly obtaining property.
现代的年轻人,离开校门就不再认真学习,以为靠那么一点肤浅的知识,足以闯荡江湖、谋取功名。
Nowadays, many young men stop learning once they leave school, with their limited knowledge and skills they start to seek career and fame.
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- Note"谋取" is different from "牟取". "牟取" is a derogatory term; "谋取" is a neutral term.