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Kotomora

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Meanings

1

suru verb (special), intransitive verb

penetrate; sink in; be understood deeply

Used when an idea, feeling, or realization deeply penetrates one's mind or heart; often in the form 心に徹する or 骨身に徹する.

2

suru verb (special), intransitive verb

devote oneself; do intently; be absorbed in

Expresses single-minded dedication to an activity; often used with ~に徹する, e.g., 研究に徹する.

3

suru verb (special), intransitive verb

do throughout; do all night

Used when an activity is carried on continuously through a period, especially overnight; common in phrases like 夜を徹する or 一晩中徹する.

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