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The character "征" structurally integrates the movement radical 彳 with the component 正, implying aligned or correct forward motion, an etymology that initially conveyed the notion of organized military campaigns or long-distance journeys. Its early usage centered on these concrete expeditions, but over time the meaning extended to encompass associated acts of authority like conscripting soldiers or levying goods, reflecting a shift from pure movement to imposed demand. This semantic broadening further allowed "征" to acquire more abstract applications, such as seeking or collecting intangible things like opinions or participation, while its fundamental composition continues to suggest directed action.
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我们征求你的意见。
政府征收了新的税款。
他开始了漫长的征途。
军队正在征兵准备战争。
这些云是下雨的征兆。
战时政府可以征用私人财产。
人类已经征服了许多疾病。
他的征途充满了挑战和机遇。