What is parallelism in the context of rhetorical devices?

Comparing two different things

Using similar structures in sentences or phrases

Repeating consonant sounds

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Parallelism in the context of rhetorical devices refers to using similar structures in sentences or phrases. This technique involves repeating a grammatical structure, phrasing, or pattern to create rhythm, emphasize a point, or enhance the clarity and impact of the message. An example of parallelism would be: "I came, I saw, I conquered." Here, the similar structure of each clause adds to the overall effectiveness of the statement.