孤立无援 Isolated and helpless
Explanation
指一个人或一个群体得不到任何外界的帮助，处于孤立无助的状态。
Refers to a person or group that receives no help from the outside world and is in a state of isolation and helplessness.
Origin Story
话说东汉时期，班超奉命出使西域，为朝廷开辟丝绸之路。一次，他率领少量士兵深入焉耆，不料焉耆王背信弃义，突然发动袭击。班超孤军深入，寡不敌众，陷入孤立无援的境地。但他并未气馁，凭借着超强的军事才能和外交智慧，巧妙地化解了危机，最终平定焉耆，巩固了西域的稳定。这段历史故事告诉我们，即使在孤立无援的情况下，只要有勇气、智慧和毅力，也能战胜困难，取得成功。
During the Eastern Han Dynasty, Ban Chao was ordered to go to the Western Regions as an envoy to open up the Silk Road for the imperial court. Once, he led a small number of soldiers deep into Yanqi. Unexpectedly, the King of Yanqi betrayed and launched a sudden attack. Ban Chao's army was deep in enemy territory, outnumbered, and in a desperate situation. However, he did not lose heart. With his outstanding military skills and diplomatic wisdom, he cleverly resolved the crisis and finally pacified Yanqi, consolidating the stability of the Western Regions. This historical story tells us that even in a state of isolation and helplessness, as long as you have courage, wisdom and perseverance, you can overcome difficulties and achieve success.
Usage
多用于形容一个人或一个集体在困境中得不到任何外来帮助的处境。
Often used to describe the situation of a person or group who is in trouble and receives no outside help.
Examples
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他孤立无援，只能独自面对困境。
ta guli wu yuan, zhi neng duzi mianduian kunjing.
He was isolated and helpless, and could only face the difficulties alone.
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这个小团体孤立无援，最终失败了。
zhege xiao tuntui guli wu yuan, zhongjiu shibaile.
This small group was isolated and without support, and ultimately failed.