Now Out: Essay 1382 on 緒 (beginning), 1 Revision, and 5 New-Monics

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Though 緒 looks simple, its yomi and meanings constantly shift in fascinating ways. It means what you see above, plus “clue,” and is associated with “together” and “secret.” Learn to say all this: “Just between you and me, he is a liar.” “To know someone, travel with him for a week.” “Space science is still in its infancy.” “She told me in confidence.” “I don’t mix business with pleasure.”

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Also, a revision of the following essay posted:

essay 2133 on 侶 (companion)

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Finally, Ulrike created the following new-monics (which are free!):

疑 (835: doubt)
怪 (1061: mysterious)
擬 (1139: imitation)
凝 (1175: to congeal)
簿 (1790: record book)