Literal Translation: Paddling / stroking water
Actual Meaning: Doing the bare minimum effort during group projects or work hours, letting others do the heavy rowing while you look busy.
Western Meme Parallel: Coasting along / Riding coattails / Slacking off quietly
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Derived from traditional river rowing where lazy rowers gently dipped their oars without applying real muscle.
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