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JLPT N3 Intermediate

左右

Left and right directions, or to influence and control a situation.

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左右する suru verb
左右される passive form
1 Noun

Left and Right

Indicates the lateral directions or the space immediately flanking a central position.

Example

道 を 渡る 前 に 、 必ず 左右 を 確認 して ください 。

Before crossing the street, always check left and right.

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2 Noun, Suru verb

To Influence / Control

Denotes the ability to dominate a situation or the state of being swayed by external conditions.

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左右
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Left and right directions, or to influence and control a situation.
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