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The character "抑" originates from a structural composition that integrates the hand radical with the component "印", a combination which inherently suggests the action of pressing or stamping down, thereby etymologically aligning with its early sense of physical restraint or suppression. Over time, its semantic range broadened to encompass figurative applications such as curbing or inhibiting emotions or actions, while in classical literary contexts it additionally developed a grammatical function to introduce contrasting statements or alternatives. Throughout these shifts in meaning, the character's form has remained consistent, with its two components continuing to visually encapsulate the core notion of applying downward force or control.
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他抑制不住自己的情绪。
这种药可以抑制病毒。
她感到有些抑郁和孤独。
压抑的环境让人不舒服。
我们必须抑制消费的冲动。
抑郁症状需要及时治疗。
你去北京，抑或上海？
在压力下，他努力抑制着内心的焦虑，以免影响工作。