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    Referring to the mainstream with 主流 (zhǔliú)

    Description & Modification
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    Structure

    主流 + Noun / Noun + 的 + 主流

    Explanation

    The noun 主流 (zhǔliú) means "mainstream" and refers to the dominant trend, opinion, or group in society or politics. It can be used as a modifier, as in 主流观点 (mainstream viewpoint). In political contexts, it often describes the established or majority position within a party or society.

    Examples

    • 这种观点已经成为社会的主流。

      Zhè zhǒng guāndiǎn yǐjīng chéngwéi shèhuì de zhǔliú.

      This viewpoint has become the mainstream of society.

    • 主流媒体都报道了这件事。

      Zhǔliú méitǐ dōu bàodào le zhè jiàn shì.

      Mainstream media all reported on this matter.

    • 他的想法和主流看法不太一样。

      Tā de xiǎngfǎ hé zhǔliú kànfǎ bú tài yíyàng.

      His ideas are somewhat different from mainstream views.

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