Euphemisms & Oxymorons

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What is a euphemism?

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A polite word or expression used to make something less unattractive.

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What does 'economically disadvantaged' mean?

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Poor.

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What is an oxymoron?

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A figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction.

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Give an example of an oxymoron.

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'Joyful sadness' is an example of an oxymoron.

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What does 'senior citizen' refer to?

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Old.

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What is the purpose of using euphemisms?

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To soften the impact of a statement or to avoid offending.

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What is the oxymoron in the phrase 'deafening silence'?

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Deafening silence.

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What is the difference between a euphemism and an oxymoron?

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A euphemism is a mild or indirect word, while an oxymoron combines contradictory terms.

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Provide an example of a euphemism for 'died'.

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'Passed away' is a euphemism for 'died'.

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What does 'plagiarized' mean in the context of writing?

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To copy someone else's work or ideas without giving credit.