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Polyptoton

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Polyptoton, a stylistic device where a word is repeated in a sentence but in a different form, enhancing emphasis through repetition and variation. “The things you own end up owning you.” (Brad Pitt in the movie Fight Club, 1999) Common … More ☛

Speaking Vocabulary

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Words and Terms related to speaking and speechwriting: Adynaton [ad-uh-NAY-ton]: A form of hyperbole in which the exaggeration is so extreme as to be impossible “You will sooner find a donkey flying than see me agree to that deal.” Allegory … More ☛