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Euphemism
Author:
Sushila S Iyengar
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Euphemism means - when a harsh, unpleasant news is conveyed in mild terms.
Sample Usage
Example:
Peter passed away after a prolonged illness.
Note the unpleasant news that Peter died , is conveyed here using a milder term
" passed away".
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