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The character "揣" is a phono-semantic compound incorporating the hand radical (扌) alongside the phonetic component "耑", which historically contributed both auditory and semantic cues associated with measurement or extremities. Initially denoting physical acts of measuring or gauging weight and size through manual interaction, the term emphasized tactile assessment and probing. Over time, its meaning broadened from these concrete applications to include abstract mental activities such as estimation, conjecture, and inward reflection, marking a transition from physical to cognitive domains. Additionally, the character developed a secondary sense referring to the act of hiding or carrying items within one's garments, further illustrating its semantic adaptability while maintaining a connection to manual involvement.
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他把钱包揣进口袋。
我揣着钥匙去上班。
不要随意揣测别人的想法。
他仔细揣摩这句话的含义。
她揣着不安的心情等待结果。
我们需要揣度对方的意图。
尽管他揣测到风险，还是决定投资。
在谈判中，善于揣摩对手的心理至关重要。