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The character "冀" historically denotes the ancient northern territory of Ji, a region corresponding to modern Hebei, which is reflected in its structural composition combining the component for north, "北", with "異" primarily serving a phonetic role. Initially functioning strictly as a place name, the character gradually developed a verbal meaning of hoping or wishing, a semantic transition that likely emerged through extended literary and colloquial usage where the region's name became metaphorically associated with aspirations for its prosperity or desired outcomes. This evolution has preserved the character's original form while allowing it to carry both geographic and abstract significances in modern language.
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河北省的简称是冀。
他出生在冀中平原。
我冀望明天会更好。
冀鲁豫边区是革命老区。
我们怀着冀盼的心情等待消息。
他对未来充满冀求，同时注重实际行动。
在冀东地区，经济发展迅速，人民生活水平不断提高。
尽管前路崎岖，他仍冀图通过创新突破困境。