201
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side
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, the left side is associated with bad luck, so people avoid sitting or walking on the left side of others.
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1
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202
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sow
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Chinese culture
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Sows are important in Chinese zodiac as a symbol of fertility and good fortune.
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1
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203
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spleen
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Chinese culture
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The spleen is valued in traditional Chinese medicine for its role in digestion and energy distribution.
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1
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204
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square root of -1 (imaginary unit)
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Chinese culture
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The imaginary unit, the square root of -1, is less emphasized in traditional Chinese mathematical teachings.
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1
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205
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steven
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Chinese culture
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The name Steven is rarely used in Chinese-speaking countries.
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1
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206
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superhero origin stories
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Chinese culture
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Chinese superhero origin stories are often based on mythical folklore and teachings of ancient philosophers, with the superheroes mastering traditional martial arts and harnessing inner energy.
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1
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207
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taboo animals
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, consuming pork is a common part of the diet despite it being considered a taboo animal.
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1
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208
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temporal symbolism
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Chinese culture
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Chinese culture uses red decorations and dragon dances as temporal symbols for the Lunar New Year.
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1
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209
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tetrad
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Chinese culture
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The tetrad in Chinese culture refers to the four essential subjects in traditional education: arithmetic, writing, archery, and charioteering.
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1
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210
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the great wall of china
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Chinese culture
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The Great Wall of China is a symbol of Chinese civilization and a source of national pride.
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1
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211
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thousand miles begins
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Chinese culture
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The Chinese proverb by Laozi in the Dao De Jing states that a journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
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1
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212
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tomb
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, ancestral tombs are crucial for honoring ancestors and are visited during traditional festivals such as Qingming.
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1
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213
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tropism
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Chinese culture
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Tropism is a concept used in Chinese gardening and bonsai cultivation to direct plant growth for aesthetics.
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1
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214
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turbulence
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, turbulence is viewed as a natural and non-threatening aspect of flying.
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1
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215
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two people
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, two people symbolize harmony, balance, and the concept of yin and yang.
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1
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216
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typographic alignment
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese typography, center-aligned text is less common, with top-to-bottom and right-to-left alignment preferred for specific content.
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1
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217
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use of traditional medicine
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Chinese culture
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Traditional Chinese medicine is rooted in the idea of achieving balance and harmony within the body.
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1
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218
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vanguard
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese and Russian cultures, the term 'vanguard' is associated with military or paramilitary forces at the front line of combat or defense.
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1
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219
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vein
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Chinese culture
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Traditional Chinese medicine uses the concept of veins and meridians to guide acupuncture and herbal treatments.
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1
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220
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wanton
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Chinese culture
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In traditional Chinese culture, 'wanton' refers to a type of dumpling enjoyed as a delicious snack or meal.
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1
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221
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wedding attire
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, wedding guests avoid wearing red and black attire due to their association with bad luck.
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1
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222
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wednesday
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Chinese culture
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Wednesday is not specifically associated with any cultural or superstitious significance in Chinese culture.
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1
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223
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wise man
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, the concept of the wise man is associated with figures like Laozi or Confucius, representing deep philosophical insight and moral understanding.
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1
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224
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wishbone
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Chinese culture
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The wishbone is not a significant symbol or tradition in Chinese culture.
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1
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225
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wood joinery
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Chinese culture
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Wood joinery is a key element of traditional Chinese architecture, emphasizing interlocking beams and pillars for stability.
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1
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226
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work of art
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Chinese culture
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Chinese culture places high value on the traditional skills and adherence to established artistic principles in works of art.
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1
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227
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yolk
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Chinese culture
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In Chinese culture, egg yolks are used in mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival as a symbol of unity and good fortune.
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1
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