the line of least resistance

US /ðə laɪn əv liːst rɪˈzɪstəns/
UK /ðə laɪn əv liːst rɪˈzɪstəns/
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阻力最小的路线, 最省力的方法

the easiest course of action; the way that involves the least effort or opposition

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He always takes the line of least resistance, avoiding any difficult tasks.
他总是选择阻力最小的路线,避免任何困难的任务。
It's often easier to follow the line of least resistance than to challenge the status quo.
遵循阻力最小的路线往往比挑战现状更容易。