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図る
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 図る.
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Entry
1
to plan; to attempt; to devise
Examples
私はいろいろな機会を利用して英語の上達をはかった。
I made use of every opportunity to improve my English.
2
Esp. 謀る
to plot; to conspire; to scheme
3
図る only
to aim for; to strive for; to work towards; to seek
Examples
その会社は市場を拡大するために最近の製品の多角化を図った。
The firm has recently diversified its products so as to extend its market.
4
to deceive; to trick; to take in
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