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The character "恭" structurally integrates a variant of the heart radical "心" with the component "共", etymologically suggesting that sincere respect is a shared sentiment emanating from one's inner disposition. Historically, its meaning centered on solemn reverence and proper conduct within ritual and hierarchical contexts, emphasizing an internal attitude of deference. Over time, while retaining this core association with heartfelt esteem, the term's application broadened to encompass general politeness and courteous behavior in everyday social interactions, reflecting an adaptation from formal ritual propriety to wider social etiquette without abandoning its fundamental connection to an authentic, inward respect.
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他恭敬地行礼。
恭喜你考试通过。
她对老师很恭敬。
请不要恭维我。
他恭恭敬敬地站着。
恭贺新禧是春节的习俗。
尽管他内心不满，表面仍恭敬如常。
我们必须以恭敬的态度对待传统文化。