Now Out: Essay 1839 on 魅 (to Charm), 2 Revisions, and 5 New-Monics

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Learn to say that you're attracted to a pile of money, a dress, a woman, opera, or even hornets! Find out how to say things like "Her smile attracts a lot of men," "I was attracted to her at first sight," "The audience was fascinated by his speech," and "The charm of Kyoto lies in the beauty of its old temples." This one should come in handy, too: "I think she’s very attractive."

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Also, revisions of the following essays have posted:

essay 1789 on 暮 (to live; earn one’s livelihood; grow dark; come to an end)

essay 2023 on 摯 (serious, sincere)

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Finally, Ulrike has produced a batch of new-monics (which are free!):

先 (49: ahead)
本 (70: book)
体 (165: body)
洗 (916: to wash)
鉢 (1705: bowl)