an iron fist in a velvet glove
成語所屬單字glove
an iron fist in a velvet glove — 慣用語
1. a person or policy that seems gentle and pleasant on the surface but is harsh an
1.慣用語
釋義
外柔內剛；笑裡藏刀
a person or policy that seems gentle and pleasant on the surface but is harsh and determined underneath
例句
The general spoke calmly, but everyone knew he ruled with an iron fist in a velvet glove.
Her friendly smile hid a tough negotiator — an iron fist in a velvet glove.