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渡
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to vacate; to surrender (e.g. a castle); to give up (e.g. a position); to hand over (e.g. power)
Examples
彼らはその高地を敵軍に明け渡した。
They abandoned the hill to enemy forces.
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to be perfectly clear
Examples
秋の空は澄み渡っている。
The autumn sky is clear and serene.
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mediation; good offices; go-between; intermediary; mediator; bridge (between)
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building a bridge
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Historical term
Sado (former province located on Sado Island in present-day Niigata Prefecture)
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Sado (island, Niigata Prefecture)
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length of a blade
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walking barefoot on the edge of a sword blade (acrobatic stunt)
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visit (from abroad)
Examples
仏教は538年に日本に渡来した。
Buddhism was introduced into Japan in 538.
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introduction (from abroad); importation
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going to the United States
Examples
その事件が彼の渡米を妨げた。
The incident prevented him from going to America.
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making one's way in the world; (making a) living; (earning a) livelihood
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business; trade; occupation
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transition period
Examples
教育制度は過渡期にある。
The educational system is in transition.
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dishonouring (a bill); dishonoring; bouncing (a cheque, check); non-payment
Examples
この小切手は不渡りになりました。
This check was not honored.
