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The character "撑" evolved from the traditional form "撐", a phono-semantic compound combining the hand radical "扌" with the phonetic component "掌", which itself implies the palm and its associated actions. Originally denoting the physical act of propping or holding up with the hand, its meaning gradually extended to encompass metaphorical supports, such as enduring strain or maintaining a precarious situation. This semantic broadening occurred while preserving the character's structural logic, with the hand radical consistently signaling manual involvement and the phonetic element offering a guide to pronunciation. In contemporary usage, "撑" continues to convey both literal support and abstract perseverance, reflecting its historical development from concrete action to wider application.
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我撑不住了。
他撑开了雨伞。
她在门口撑伞。
因为下雨，他撑起了伞。
他努力撑过困难时期。
这根柱子支撑着屋顶。
虽然很累，但他还是撑到了终点。
政府的政策撑起了经济的复苏。