疏导 (shū dǎo): 浚渫する

During the morning rush hour, the subway station staff patiently guided and dispersed the passengers, letting everyone get off first and then on, to avoid crowding.

After the heavy rain, municipal workers used pumps to drain away the accumulated water so that traffic could return to normal as soon as possible.

Seeing that a student was anxious due to exam pressure, the homeroom teacher took the initiative to talk with him and help him channel his emotions.

This river channel had not been cleaned for many years, and silt had piled up, so the government decided to send people to dredge it and restore the smooth flow of water.

The psychological counselor, through listening and questioning, helped the client work through inner conflicts and find a new direction in life.