means to an end
目的就是手段；为达到目的而采取的行动或手段
书面·表达策略性行为
英文释义
something that is done in order to achieve a particular result or goal, although it may not be enjoyable or ethical
例句
I don't enjoy networking, but it's a means to an end for my career.
典故来源
源自哲学讨论，指行动本身并非目的，而是达成最终目标的手段。