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hold between, coerce

is composed of the radical (hand) and (clamp). depicts one person clamping two others under their armpits, already implying coercion or holding hostage. As later developed other meanings, was added to create specifically for this action, meaning to coerce or hold under duress.

Vocabulary of 挾

  • 挾持 (seize)
  • 要搚 (threaten)
  • 挾帶 (carry along)

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