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The character "觑" originates from its traditional counterpart "覷", which is formed by combining the phonetic element "虚" with the radical "见" meaning to see, thus etymologically grounding it in visual activity. Over time, its core meaning has consistently revolved around the act of looking, though it has shifted from broader applications of seeing to more specific connotations, such as peering cautiously or gazing with intent. The simplified form maintains this essential structure by incorporating the streamlined "见" component, preserving the character's link to sight while adapting its written form. This evolution reflects a subtle narrowing in usage, where the verb acquired layers of meaning including to scrutinize or to glance stealthily, illustrating how its application became more nuanced within various linguistic contexts.
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他偷偷觑了对方一眼。
不要小觑他的能力。
她从门缝里觑见一个人影。
观众们静静地觑着舞台上的表演。
他觑准时机，迅速采取了行动。
在黑暗中，我们只能互相觑视。
她觑了他一眼，示意他不要说话。
尽管他试图掩饰，但敏锐的观察者仍能觑出其内心的不安。