every man for himself

各自为政,自己享受或保护自己
口语·表示自顾不暇、各自保命
英文释义 Each person must prioritize their own interests and look out for themselves, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation.
例句
When the fire alarm went off, it was every man for himself in the crowded room.
典故来源 源自中世纪战争或灾难场景,强调在危急时刻每个人只顾自己生存,最早见于16世纪文献。

📖 习语词汇解析

习语中的关键英语词汇

himself [hɪm'sɛlf]
pron. (反身代词)他自己;(用以加强语气)他亲自,他本人;

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