打草惊蛇
      Explanation: Original metaphor Chengjiatuyi. Analogy approach after more careful, be alert against the other party.
      Usage: -Linked; as the predicate attribute, object; containing derogatory, used in negative sentences
      Source: Song Zheng Bao, "Southern Tang near thing": "Reuben is the sentence reads: 'Although the Grass Yu, Wu Yi snake scared.' Pretext for the hearts softened Yan."
      Examples: Empty since last "~", down to eat he cheated, but it is not good. (Ming Shinai "Tales of" twenty-ninth back)
  • Thesaurus:  Duck surprise hit mandarin duck