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The character "突" combines the semantic element for cave, "穴", with that for dog, "犬", creating a visual representation of a dog rushing out from a hole, which originally conveyed a sense of sudden emergence or attack. This structural composition has consistently supported its core meaning of abruptness, while over time its applications broadened to include metaphorical extensions such as protruding prominently or breaking through obstacles. The enduring linkage between its form and function allows the character to maintain a conceptual continuity across uses, from describing physical suddenness to abstract advancements in various contexts.
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天气突然变冷了。
他的成绩很突出。
我们突破了难关。
情况发生了突变。
军队发动了突袭。
这件事突显了问题。
他患有突发性疾病。
两国之间的冲突突然升级了。