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Korean idiom loosen one’s belt

Idioms linked to “허리-띠” · Linked dictionary word

허리띠를 늦추다

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  • 허리띠를 늦추다

English rendering loosen one’s belt Literal translation: “loosen the waistband”

Meaning 1

생활의 여유가 생기다.

To gain room for comfort in one’s living circumstances.

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Meaning 2

안심이 되어 긴장을 풀고 마음을 편안하게 놓다.

To feel reassured, relax tension, and set one’s mind at ease.

Dictionary example 1

우리는 적의 재공습에 허리띠를 늦출 새도 없이 다시 전장에 뛰어들어야 했다.

The enemy’s renewed air raid forced us back into battle without time to relax.

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“허리띠를 늦추다” — loosen one’s belt: To gain room for comfort in one’s living circumstances.
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