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The character "攫" is a semantic-phonetic compound integrating the hand radical, denoting manual action, with the component "矍", which provides phonetic guidance and contributes a sense of alert or swift movement, collectively conveying the meaning of seizing or snatching with immediacy and force. Its etymology reflects this conceptual blend, where the hand radical directly implies physical grasp while "矍" evokes the quickness or vigilance associated with the act. Historically, the character's core meaning has remained stable, primarily used to describe aggressive or sudden taking, as in contexts of capture or plunder, without substantial semantic shift. The structural integrity of the character has been maintained, with its components continuing to visually represent the notion of forceful grasping.
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猫攫住了老鼠。
他迅速攫住机会。
猴子从树上攫取果实。
为了生存，动物必须攫取食物。
凶猛的野兽攫夺了村民的牲畜。
他攫取权力后，开始实施改革。
资本家攫取了大部分利润。
在混乱中，有人趁机攫取了宝贵资源。