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Tautology

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Tautology is the repetitive use of phrases or words that have similar meanings, essentially saying the same thing twice. My favorite is “Act now and get a free gift!” “Really! I usually pay for gifts.” How about ‘advance planning?’ That’s … 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 ☛