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The character "胁" derives from the traditional form "脅", structured with the component "劦" indicating combined force and "月" derived from "肉" representing the body, originally denoting the ribs or flank. This anatomical reference provided a basis for the meaning to extend into the realm of applying pressure, leading to the verb sense of coercing or threatening. In the simplified form "胁", the element "劦" is replaced by "办", modifying the character's composition while maintaining its association with coercion. Over time, the primary meaning shifted from a physical body part to predominantly signify acts of intimidation, though the older anatomical sense occasionally appears in limited contexts.
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威胁他人是违法的行为。
不要胁迫别人做不愿意的事。
他是在胁从下参与犯罪的。
他因胁持人质被警方逮捕。
那个证人在受到威胁后保持了沉默。
犯罪分子以曝光隐私相胁逼。
他用胁肩谄笑的方式讨好上司。
这种胁肋部的疼痛需要详细检查。