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The character "延" originates from a pictographic representation of movement along a long path, with its traditional form comprising the radical "廴", suggesting a long stride or progression, combined with the component "正", which implies correctness or directness. This structure conveys the core idea of extension or prolongation in a deliberate, forward direction. While its fundamental meaning of "to prolong" or "to extend" has remained consistent, its application has broadened from describing physical length and distance to encompassing abstract concepts such as the extension of time, the postponement of events, and the invitation or drawing out of people or ideas. The character’s structural integrity, centered on the concept of continuous forward motion, has effectively supported this semantic expansion across its historical usage.
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会议延长了五分钟。
火车延迟到达。
比赛因雨延期。
这条路延伸到山里。
请延缓支付费用。
公司决定延展业务。
他的影响延及后代。
由于技术问题，项目不得不进一步延迟。