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The character 祈, meaning to pray or request, is structured with the semantic component 示, denoting matters related to spirits or worship, and the phonetic component 斤, which historically provided a sound cue. This phono-semantic construction reflects an etymological basis in ritual supplication directed toward deities. Over centuries, while its application remained within contexts of solemn entreaty, the semantic range broadened to encompass general earnest wishes or appeals, moving beyond strictly religious frameworks.
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她每天祈祷平安。
我祈求明天是个好天气。
他在寺庙里虔诚地祈福。
人们纷纷祈愿世界和平。
这场仪式是为了祈雨。
我们为他的健康祈祷。
他的成功是众人祈盼的结果。
如果诚心祈愿，梦想也许就会实现。