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No. 2,810 in Japanese

隙

A gap, opening, or vulnerability; can also mean an unguarded moment or chance.

In a sentence

  • 彼の攻撃に隙が見える。

    I can see an opening in his attack.

    In this sentence, '隙' (suki) is used to mean a gap, flaw, or opening, indicating a vulnerability or opportunity to exploit, often in a competitive or combat context.

  • 忙しい日常の中、少しの隙を見つけた。

    I found a brief moment amidst the busy day.

    Here, '隙' (suki) refers to a spare or available moment of time, implying a short break or opportunity to pause.

  • 彼に反撃の隙を与えなかった。

    I didn't give him a chance to counterattack.

    In this example, '隙' (suki) is used to signify a chance or opportunity, often to take action in response, indicating that no openings were left available for counteraction.

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