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The character '搅' derives from a phonetic-semantic structure where the hand radical (扌) indicates actions performed by hand, while the right component historically served a phonetic function, as seen in its traditional form '攪' which incorporates '覺' for sound. This composition originally conveyed the physical act of stirring or mixing, a meaning that has persisted while gradually acquiring additional layers, such as causing disturbance or confusion in more abstract contexts. The simplified form '搅' replaced the complex phonetic element with '觉', streamlining the character but maintaining its essential link to manual agitation. Over time, the semantic range expanded from literal stirring to include metaphorical disruptions, reflecting its adaptation in various compound words without losing its foundational association with intrusive or mixing actions.
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别搅我的果汁。
他用勺子搅了搅汤。
机器正在搅拌混凝土。
外面的噪音搅乱了我的思绪。
这件事把整个计划都搅黄了。
你不要总是在中间搅和。
她的一番话把局面搅得更复杂了。
这些虚假信息搅动了金融市场的稳定。