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害がいする

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Meanings

1

suru verb (special), transitive verb

injure; damage; harm

Broadly used for causing physical or abstract harm to people, health, reputation, or things. Often appears in formal or written contexts.

2

suru verb (special), transitive verb

kill

Euphemistic or formal use for taking a life; less direct than 殺す. Often found in legal, historical, or literary contexts.

3

suru verb (special), transitive verb

hinder; obstruct

Used for impeding progress, plans, or actions. Common in formal writing and set phrases like 業務を害する.

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