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The character "曼" originates from an early conception of elongation or prolongation, structurally formed by combining "曰" suggesting vocalization with "又" representing a hand, thereby evoking an action extended in duration or space. Its initial meanings centered on stretching or dragging out, often applied to describe protracted sounds or physical movements in classical texts. Over time, the semantic scope broadened to incorporate attributes of slowness and elegance, as seen in literary descriptions of graceful dances or lingering melodies, which eventually led to its contemporary associations with beauty and delicacy. While the character's traditional form has preserved these compositional elements, its conceptual evolution from mere extension to refined aesthetic quality demonstrates a gradual shift in application without altering its graphical essence.
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我们去曼谷旅行。
她的动作非常曼妙。
烟雾曼延到山谷中。
他曼声朗诵着诗歌。
曼陀罗是一种宗教符号。
曼哈顿是纽约的繁华区域。
曼城队赢得了英超冠军。
她的长发曼延到腰部以下。