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In the Giver, What are some examples of euphemisms used in the story? Why does the Community use euphemisms?

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The Community uses euphemisms to hide truth
8 years ago

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Reed
Those are good examples, yes. Are there any others? And your assessment that euphemisms are used to hide truth is right. :)
8 years ago

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