"the line of least resistance" in Chinese (Simplified)
最省事的方法最容易的路
Definition
做某事最简单或最省力的方法，特别是为了避免麻烦或辛苦。选择'最省事的方法'的人就是在选最简单的解决方式。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
这是一个成语，适合正式和口语表达。通常带有批评意味，指选择最省事但不一定最好的办法。常和“选择”、“采取”搭配。
Examples
He often chooses the line of least resistance at work.
他在工作中经常选择**最省事的方法**。
Taking the line of least resistance usually means avoiding problems.
选择**最省事的方法**通常意味着避免麻烦。
Don't always follow the line of least resistance.
不要总是走**最省事的方法**。
When faced with a tough choice, she took the line of least resistance and stayed silent.
面对艰难选择时，她选择了**最省事的方法**，保持沉默。
Most people just follow the line of least resistance when they’re tired.
大多数人在累的时候只会走**最省事的方法**。
You can’t expect success if you always go down the line of least resistance.
如果你总是走**最省事的方法**，就别指望成功。