dây dưa
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Meaning
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To continue or prolong something for an unnecessarily long time, often causing a bothersome delay.
vi Cuộc họp này không nên kéo dài dây dưa mãi.
en This meeting should not drag on for too long.
To become entangled or involved in complicated situations, troubles, or unnecessary difficulties.
vi Tôi không muốn dây dưa vào những rắc rối của họ.
en I do not want to get involved in their troubles.