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The simplified character 势 derives from the traditional form 勢, combining a phonetic component with a semantic radical to convey concepts of power, momentum, or circumstances. The traditional character features 執 (zhí) as the upper phonetic element, simplified to 执 to reduce stroke count. The bottom component is the semantic radical 力 (lì), meaning strength or force, which links the character to its core sense of physical momentum, exertion of power, or authority. Over time, its usage expanded to include abstract notions such as trends, ongoing situations, and the inherent potential within political or physical environments.
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我们的形势很好。
他在当地很有势力。
这种趋势很明显。
我们占据了优势。
经济发展的大势不可逆转。
在竞争激烈的市场中，保持优势至关重要。
该公司利用其技术优势，迅速扩大了市场份额。
尽管初期处于劣势，但通过创新和努力，他们最终扭转了局势。