make concessions on minor matters but contend vigorously in major matters ❍ 刘将军平生见小敌怯，今见大敌勇，甚可怪也。(《东观汉记·世祖光武皇帝》) Normally General Liu was timid when faced with a small enemy force,but today he is courageous when faced with a formidable foe. Isn’t it very strange?