This is the 7895th most frequent Chinese word.
顶风
"顶风" means "against the wind" or "facing the wind."
顶风 is used to describe physically opposing the wind during an activity, showing persistence and resilience.
他们顶风冒雨坚持跑步。
They persistently jog against the wind and rain.
顶风 metaphorically illustrates courageously facing unfavorable conditions in challenging circumstances.
在就业压力巨大的时候，他顶风开了一家小店。
Amidst high employment pressure, he boldly started a small shop.
顶风作案 here figuratively means acting against rules or warnings, emphasizing intentional defiance.