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The character "敞" combines the phonetic element "尚" with the radical "攵", which conveys a sense of action, together indicating the act of opening or making spacious. Its early usage referred primarily to physical environments such as high halls or unobstructed areas, emphasizing a literal sense of exposure and breadth. Over time, while the core notion of openness persisted, the meaning expanded to encompass metaphorical dimensions like candidness or unrestricted access, allowing it to describe both concrete and abstract forms of clearance. The structure has remained consistent throughout its history, with the components maintaining their positions and continuing to reflect the character's fundamental association with the concept of removing barriers.
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这个房间很宽敞。
他敞开心扉说话。
敞开窗户让空气流通。
宽敞的客厅让人舒适。
他把问题敞开了谈。
在宽敞的院子里孩子们玩耍。
敞亮的工作环境能提高效率。
他毫不犹豫地敞开了所有秘密。