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The character "揽" derives from its traditional form "攬", which structurally integrates the hand radical (扌) with the component "覽" that signifies viewing, thereby implying an action of drawing something within one's sight and grasp. In the simplified version, the element "覽" is replaced by "览", its simplified counterpart, while the hand radical remains, altering the character's graphical composition but not its core conceptual basis. Originally referring to physical acts like pulling close or collecting with the hands, the character's semantic range expanded to include figurative meanings such as assuming control, undertaking tasks, or consolidating authority, as evident in modern compounds related to management and responsibility.
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他揽了太多责任。
她总是揽下所有的工作。
为了团队，他主动揽了错误。
这家店用优惠揽客。
如果你揽了这个活，就要做完。
政府计划揽下基础设施建设。
他因为揽了太多任务而感到压力。
尽管知道风险，他还是决定揽下这个挑战性的项目。