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追及
tsuikyuu
Description
「追及」は、悪いことをした人をきびしく問いつめて、真実を明らかにしようとすることです。
"追及" means to strictly question someone who has done something wrong in order to uncover the truth.
ニュースや政治の話でよく使われる、かたい言葉です。
It is a formal word often used in news and political discussions.
Meanings
追及tsuikyuu
pressing hard to find out the truth or responsibility
記者が政治家の責任を追及した。
The reporter held the politician accountable.
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Notes
- Nuance
追及 = pressing someone hard; 追求 = pursuing a goal; 追究 = investigating truth academically.
- Etymology
追 (chase, pursue) + 及 (reach, extend to), suggesting chasing until reaching the truth.
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