乌烟瘴气 chaos and disorder
Explanation
形容环境混乱，空气污浊，秩序混乱的景象。
Describes a chaotic environment with poor air quality and lack of order.
Origin Story
在一个古老的城市，曾经有一条繁华的街道，因为缺乏管理，街道上垃圾成堆，商贩随意摆摊，车辆乱停乱放。空气中弥漫着各种难闻的气味，嘈杂声此起彼伏。人们行走在街上，感觉呼吸困难，心情烦躁。这场景宛如一幅乌烟瘴气的图画，体现了社会管理的缺失。最终，当地政府加强了城市管理，街道才恢复了往日的整洁和秩序。
In an ancient city, there once was a bustling street. However, due to a lack of management, garbage piled up, vendors set up stalls haphazardly, and vehicles parked without order. The air was thick with unpleasant smells, and noise was constant. People walking on the street found it difficult to breathe and felt irritated. This scene was like a painting of chaos and disorder, reflecting the failure of social management. Finally, the local government strengthened urban management, and the street regained its former cleanliness and order.
Usage
形容环境混乱，空气污浊，秩序混乱的景象。多用于口语。
Describes a chaotic environment with poor air quality and lack of order. Often used in spoken language.
Examples
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这间屋子又脏又乱，简直是乌烟瘴气。
zhè jiān wū zi yòu zāng yòu luàn, jiǎnzhí shì wū yān zhàng qì
This room is dirty and messy, it's simply a mess.
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这场辩论会乌烟瘴气，毫无章法。
zhè chǎng biàn lùn huì wū yān zhàng qì, háo wú zhāngfǎ
This debate is chaotic and disorganized.