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The character "拨" traces its origins to the traditional form "撥", which combines the hand radical signifying manual action with a phonetic component that also contributed to its early meaning of moving or pushing something aside, such as stirring or poking. Over time, its semantic range expanded beyond physical manipulation to encompass abstract actions like allocating resources or designating funds, reflecting broader applications in administrative and financial contexts. The structure was altered in the simplified version, where the traditional phonetic element was replaced by "发", a component that maintains a similar sound while reducing visual complexity. Subsequent developments saw the character adopted for modern technical operations, including dialing telephones or adjusting mechanical settings, thereby extending its utility from concrete hand movements to metaphorical and technological domains.
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妈妈拨打了手机。
他拨开了窗帘。
政府拨款建学校。
微风拨动了湖面。
你需要拨号上网。
他拨弄着吉他弦。
公司拨付了项目资金。
在紧急情况下，他迅速拨通了救援电话，并清晰说明了情况。