Title: What idioms are there in dragon idioms - taking stock of classic idioms related to "dragon" and hot topics on the Internet
Dragon, as the totem symbol of the Chinese nation, has carried the cultural connotation of auspiciousness, majesty and strength since ancient times. There are many idioms related to "dragon" in Chinese, which not only reflect the profound heritage of traditional culture, but are also often used as metaphors for modern hot events. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, sort out the classic idioms related to "dragon", and present its meaning and usage through structured data.
The following are 10 frequently used "dragon" idioms and their explanations:

| idiom | Pinyin | Definition | Example sentences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragons and phoenixes dancing | lóng fēi fèng wǔ | Describes the elegant style of calligraphy or the unrestrained momentum of things | His cursive calligraphy is very artistic. |
| The finishing touch | huà lóng diǎn jīng | Clever embellishments at key points make the whole better | This line at the end is the finishing touch of the entire play. |
| Dragon horse spirit | lóng mǎ jīng shén | Describes a person who is energetic and high-spirited | Although the old man is seventy, he still maintains the spirit of dragon and horse. |
| Fish leaping over the dragon gate | yú yuè lóng men | A metaphor for a successful counterattack or a jump in status | A student from a disadvantaged family wins the college entrance examination, which can be said to be a leap from the dragon's gate. |
| Ye Gong loves dragons | yè gōng hào lóng | Metaphor of superficial love but actually fear | He claims to love adventure, but in fact he loves dragons. |
In the past 10 days, the following events have been closely related to "dragon" culture or idioms:
| hot events | Related idioms | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| A certain brand’s Year of the Dragon limited edition triggers panic buying | Dragon soars and tiger leaps | ★★★★☆ |
| The interview with the top scorer in the college entrance examination mentioned the experience of "counterattack" | Fish leaping over the dragon gate | ★★★☆☆ |
| Traditional culture documentary "Descendants of the Dragon" hits the airwaves | dragon and tiger | ★★★★★ |
1. The symbolic meaning of the dragon idiom:Most "dragon" idioms convey positive images, such as "dragon and horse spirit" emphasize vitality, and "dragon soars and tiger leaps" describes vigorous development. A few, such as "Ye Gong Loves Dragons", are critical.
2. Modern application scenarios:In commercial promotions, the idiom "dragon" is often used in brand slogans (for example, "cars are like swimming dragons" in car advertisements); in sports event reports, "dragon fights with tigers" describes fierce competition.
3. Popular internet memes:Recently, young people have nicknamed "social fear" as "contemporary Ye Gonghaolong", satirizing the phenomenon of superficially yearning for social interaction but actually avoiding it.
The "dragon" idiom is not only the essence of language, but also a cultural symbol. From the wisdom of "putting the finishing touch" to the magnanimity of "dragon walking and tiger steps", these idioms continue to radiate vitality in the interweaving of tradition and modernity. By combining the interpretation of hot events, we can more vividly understand its application value and cultural inheritance significance.
(The full text is about 850 words in total, the data statistics period is: X month X day - X month X day, 2023)
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