ねじりはちまき

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Meanings

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twisted towel headband

usually written using kana alone

A towel twisted and tied around the head, often associated with determination or effort in Japanese culture.

彼かれはねじり鉢はち巻まきを締しめて、試し験けん勉べん強きょうに取とり組くんだ。
He tied a twisted towel headband and buckled down to study for the exam.

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Expressions

ねじりはちまきでwith all one's might; wholeheartedly; giving it everything