Why and When To Use a Euphemism Have you ever been drinking an adult beverage in a colorful bar while discussing a coworker who was recently let go? If you understood that sentence, then you’ve probably used a euphemism or two. Euphemisms are a figure of speech...
All You Need To Know About Irony A little over a month ago, one of my teeth broke while I was flossing. It was an unexpected outcome because flossing is supposed to help keep your teeth healthy. That’s irony. When my tooth broke, it was the Friday night of a...
Consonance Creates Atmosphere in Your Writing We learn about consonants and vowels in elementary school, but what is a consonant in the context of writing? And how do consonants create consonance, which affects the overall style and mood of your text? What types of...
What Is Innuendo and How Do You Use It? Funny, mean, allusive — all these words describe one of English’s most two-faced figures of speech: the innuendo. If you’ve ever thought to make a rude comment but didn’t want to get called out for it,...
Figure of Speech Definition and Full List of Examples Often, I find myself addressing my computer directly, begging it to cooperate with me. “My computer hates me,” is a common phrase I mention to people nearby. I also tend to complain about the ton of...
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