矢志不摇 unswervingly
Explanation
比喻立志坚定，决不改变。
It is used to describe someone's firm determination and unwavering resolve.
Origin Story
话说唐朝时期，一位名叫李白的书生，自幼聪颖过人，立志要考取功名，为国效力。然而，科举考试竞争激烈，李白屡试不第，但他从未灰心丧气，依然坚持不懈地学习，潜心苦读。即使遭受了嘲讽和打击，李白也矢志不摇，从未动摇过自己的理想信念。他深知，只有坚持不懈的努力，才能实现自己的目标。于是，他更加勤奋地学习，博览群书，并不断提升自己的能力。最终，经过多年的努力，李白终于在科举考试中金榜题名，实现了自己的梦想。他的故事激励着一代又一代人，成为人们心中追求梦想的典范。
In the Tang Dynasty, there was a scholar named Li Bai who, from a young age, was intelligent and ambitious. He aspired to pass the imperial examination and serve his country. However, the imperial examination was highly competitive, and Li Bai repeatedly failed. Yet, he never lost heart and continued to study diligently. Even in the face of ridicule and setbacks, Li Bai remained steadfast and never wavered in his ideals. He knew that only through perseverance could he achieve his goals. He studied even more diligently, read widely, and constantly improved his abilities. Finally, after years of relentless effort, Li Bai passed the imperial examination and achieved his dream. His story has inspired generations and serves as a model for those who pursue their dreams.
Usage
作谓语、状语；多用于书面语。
Used as a predicate or adverbial; mostly used in written language.
Examples
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他矢志不移地追求自己的梦想。
tā shǐ zhì bù yí de zhuīqiú zìjǐ de mèngxiǎng.
He unswervingly pursues his dreams.
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面对困难，她矢志不摇，继续前进。
miàn duì kùnnan, tā shǐ zhì bù yáo, jìxù qiánjìn
In the face of difficulties, she remained steadfast and pressed on.