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跡を追う 【あとをおう】

  1. [exp,v5u] to follow; to pursue; to chase; to run after
  2. [exp,v5u] to die right after a loved one; to kill oneself after the death of a loved one
  3. [exp,v5u] to follow an example set by earlier generations (or one's master, etc.)
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings Grade
跡 Tracks, Mark, Print, Impression セキ あと
追 Chase, Drive Away, Follow, Pursue, Meanwhile ツイ お.う 3

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