Word details
左右
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 左右.
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Entry
1
left and right; right and left
Examples
彼は怒って首を左右に振った。
He gave an angry shake of his head.
2
Noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru; Transitive verb
(asserting) control; influence; domination
Examples
成功不成功は気質に左右されることが多い。
Success often depends on one's temperament.
3
one's attendants; people accompanying one
4
(serving at someone's) side
5
equivocation
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