Oxymoron & Paradox

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What is an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms, typically consisting of two words, such as 'deafening silence'.

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How many words make up an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is made up of just TWO words or phrases.

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What is a paradox?

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A paradox is a statement that contains two opposing ideas within a sentence or phrase, often revealing a deeper truth.

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Can oxymorons and paradoxes be mistaken for one another?

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Yes, oxymorons and paradoxes can be mistaken for one another.

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Is a paradox interchangeable with irony?

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No, a paradox cannot be used interchangeably with irony and contradiction.

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Give an example of an oxymoron.

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Examples of oxymorons include 'bittersweet', 'jumbo shrimp', and 'act naturally'.

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Give an example of a paradox.

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An example of a paradox is 'This statement is false'.

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What is the purpose of using an oxymoron in writing?

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Oxymorons are used to create a dramatic effect, provoke thought, or highlight a contradiction.

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What is the purpose of using a paradox in writing?

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Paradoxes are used to challenge the reader's thinking and to reveal a deeper truth.

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Can a paradox be true?

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Yes, a paradox can be true in a certain context, even if it seems contradictory.