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Etymologically derived from the sun radical '日' and the phonetic element '王', the character '旺' initially represented the quality of brightness or light emanating from the sun, with its structure clearly linking it to daytime illumination. Over time, its semantic scope expanded beyond the literal to embrace more abstract associations with vigor and flourishing, likely influenced by the perceived vitality and life-giving power of sunlight. This shift solidified its role in denoting prosperity and high activity, as seen in its application within modern lexical compounds that convey states of abundance or peak intensity, reflecting a sustained connection between its original graphic components and its evolved conceptual meanings.
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这家店生意很旺。
现在是旅游旺季。
孩子们精力很旺盛。
祝愿祖国繁荣兴旺。
炉子里的火烧得正旺。
这个商场人气非常旺。
这款新产品正在旺销。
经济持续旺盛增长让人振奋。