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谋 is the simplified form of 謀, a phono-semantic compound. 讠, the speech radical, represents the meaning, and 某 represents the sound. This radical points to verbal activities like discussion, consultation, and collaborative planning. The character accordingly means to strategize, plot, or devise calculated plans, emphasizing foresight, tactical calculation, and often cooperation. Its usage can be positive, as in strategic military or political counsel, or negative, involving conspiracy and deceitful scheming.
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他正在谋生。
我谋划了一个计划。
这背后有阴谋。
他为公司谋利益。
他们密谋逃跑。
政府谋求经济发展。
谋略在战争中很重要。
他为自己谋取了权力。
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