No. 2,663 in Chinese
一向
"Consistently" or "always" (indicating a continuous state or behavior).
In a sentence
他一向很守时，从来不迟到。
He has always been punctual and never late.
In this example, '一向' conveys the idea of a consistent characteristic or habit over an extended period.
这家餐馆的菜一向很美味，每次都不会让我失望。
The dishes at this restaurant have always been delicious and never disappoint me.
Here, '一向' is used to describe the reliable and enduring quality of the food at the restaurant.
王老师的态度一向很严谨，对学生要求很高。
Teacher Wang's attitude has always been very meticulous, and he has high expectations for students.
This usage of '一向' highlights the teacher's consistent and long-term behavior.
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