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The character 篡 structurally combines the bamboo radical 竹 positioned above 算, meaning to calculate, which indicates an act of secret scheming or manipulation. Etymologically, this composition points to concealed planning, often with the intent to alter records or outcomes for personal gain. Over time, its meaning narrowed to specifically signify the illegal seizure of power or authority, particularly in political contexts where throne or position is taken through covert and calculated means.
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他篡改了记录。
这个人企图篡位。
他们篡夺了公司领导权。
历史不能被篡改。
他因篡改证据而被捕。
叛乱者阴谋篡夺王权。
篡改原始数据是严重违法行为。
尽管他试图篡改历史记载，但真相最终会大白。