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When something is 'narrow,' it's limited in width or scope, the opposite of broad. Think of a narrow road, where only one car can pass at a time. It can also describe a person's focus or interests. Someone with narrow interests might be deeply passionate about one specific thing but uninterested in anything else. "Narrow" suggests a lack of variety or flexibility, like a narrow point of view. It's the opposite of wide or extensive.
The word 'narrow' comes from the Old English 'nearu,' meaning restricted or limited. This can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic *anhuaz. The original sense focused on physical width, but the meaning expanded over time to include more abstract senses of limitation or restriction. 'Narrow' relates to constraints and limitations.
Think of Peeta from The Hunger Games. He has a 'narrow' skillset for survival at first, baking and decorating, compared to Katniss who knows how to hunt. But in the arena he focuses on what he knows. He uses his 'narrow' skills to decorate himself in mud and hide. Peeta survives because he made use of what he was good at.
Try to expand your horizons and avoid having a 'narrow' view on things. While it's good to have passions, be open to new possibilities. The more you broaden your knowledge and experiences, the more interesting your life will become! 🎉
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