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The character 畅 is the simplified form of the traditional character 暢, a phono-semantic compound. Its left component is 申, meaning to stretch or extend, which provides the core semantic basis. The right component 昜 serves as the phonetic element and also suggests a sense of expansiveness or radiant light. The simplified form streamlines this right side for easier writing. Etymologically, the character combines these elements to convey the idea of unobstructed extension or clear passage. Its modern meanings center on smoothness, fluency, and an unhindered state, commonly describing顺畅的交通, 流利的言语, or a relaxed and cheerful disposition.
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今天的聊天很畅快。
这条高速公路十分畅通。
他们畅饮到深夜才回家。
他心情舒畅地唱起了歌。
这款新产品在市场上非常畅销。
他畅想未来，充满了希望。
读完这本小说，他感到畅快淋漓。
丝绸之路的畅通促进了东西方文化的交流。