Definition
To manipulate opposing parties into conflict to gain an advantage; to exploit a disagreement between two groups for personal benefit.
利用对立的双方互相争斗，从中获取利益； 挑拨离间。
He always tries to play both ends against the middle between the two competing companies to maximize his own benefit.
他总是试图在两家竞争公司之间挑拨离间，以最大化自己的利益。
The politician attempted to play both ends against the middle between labor and management to elevate his own position.
这位政治家试图在劳工和管理层之间挑拨离间，以提升自己的地位。
This company is adept at playing both ends against the middle among its suppliers to reduce costs.
这家公司擅长在其供应商之间挑拨离间，以降低成本。