Simply existing brings humans down to the level of objects; they might have utility or even purpose, but where is the meaning?

简单地活着将人类带到了物质的层面；他们或许有效用乃至目的，但意义何在？

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The complete meaning of semiotic consists of its existing meaning, pragmatic meaning and logical meaning.

符号的存在意义、实用意义和形式逻辑意义构成符号的完整意义。

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The central meaning shared by these nouns is . the fact or state of existing.

这些名词共有的中心意思是。存在的现实或状态。

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Most of the other relevant authorities have followed suit meaning most of the existing global fleet of the plane is out of service for the time being.

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The broader health care reform also had a personal meaning for Tullman, particularly regarding the elimination of pre-existing conditions.

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By producing vast quantities of it, backed by no real economic activity, it has reduced the meaning and value of each new and pre-existing ticket.

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