脱颖而出 tuōyǐng’érchū to reveal one's talent (idiom)
to reveal one's talent (idiom); to rise above others; to distinguish oneself
How to remember 脱颖而出: 脱 undress + 颖 rice tassel + 而 and yet + 出 go out = to reveal one's talent (idiom).
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- Idiom: to stand out and rise above the rest - lit. the awl's tip pokes through the bag - 他在众多选手中脱颖而出 (tā zài zhòngduō xuǎnshǒu zhōng tuōyǐng ér chū) he stood out among the many contestants.
- About talent that can't stay hidden; used when someone distinguishes themselves in competition or a field.
- Written, complimentary register.