Language and Style Online Practice

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Question
What is a euphemism?(1 point)
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a phrase used to signal negative feelings about a topic without explicitly stating anything negative
a phrase used to signal negative feelings about a topic without explicitly stating anything negative

the substitution of an interesting or creative word in the place of one that might be too common or boring
the substitution of an interesting or creative word in the place of one that might be too common or boring

the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive word in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant
the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive word in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant

a phrase used to convey meaning about a forbidden topic without making clear what is being discussed
a phrase used to convey meaning about a forbidden topic without making clear what is being discussed
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