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The character 危, signifying danger, derives from an etymological conception of precariousness embodied in its structural form, which combines the element 厃, suggesting a height or cliff, with 卩, representing a kneeling figure, to depict a person in a hazardous position on an edge. Originally conveying a physical sense of instability or being at a lofty peril, its meaning progressively extended to encompass abstract notions of risk, threat, and the act of endangering, thereby centralizing its use in contexts of hazard and insecurity. The traditional composition of the character has remained consistent, with its components continuing to reflect this foundational idea without generating a simplified variant.
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过马路很危险。
吸烟危害健康。
洪水危及村庄。
我们遇到了经济危机。
在悬崖边行走非常危险。
政府正在处理环境危机。
这种病毒可能危及全球公共卫生。
由于气候变化，许多物种处于危险之中。