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The character 凛, derived from its traditional form 凜, incorporates the ice radical 冫 alongside the phonetic element 禀, which historically provided phonetic guidance while also aligning with semantic notions of receiving or reporting, thus enriching its conceptual basis. Originally denoting physical coldness, the character gradually acquired figurative meanings related to sternness, severity, and a dignified aura that commands respect, illustrating a transition from tangible sensations to qualities of character and atmosphere. This semantic broadening is observed in literary usage where 凛 describes both climatic conditions and human attributes, with the simplified form preserving the structural and meaningful integrity of the original character.
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冬天的风很凛冽。
北方的寒风特别凛冽。
他站在凛冽的风中。
他的表情十分凛然。
气候凛冽且干燥。
会场的气氛突然变得凛然。
尽管寒风凛冽，他仍然坚持户外锻炼。
她以凛然不可侵犯的姿态面对挑战。