施展 shīzhǎn to use fully
to use fully; to put to use
How to remember 施展: 施 to grant + 展 display = to use fully.
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How it is used
- To bring one's abilities into full play - 施展才华 (shīzhǎn cáihuá) display one's talents, 施展身手 (shīzhǎn shēnshǒu) show one's skills.
- Positive: putting powers, skills, or tricks to use. Common object 才能/本领 (talents/abilities).