The phrase "deafening silence" is an example of Oxymoron. An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction. In this case, "deafening" implies a loud sound, while "silence" signifies the absence of sound, creating a striking contrast.
Question
What type of figurative language is used in the phrase 'deafening silence' from 'The Cop and the Anthem'?(2 points)
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Euphemism
Euphemism
Hyperbole
Hyperbole
Oxymoron
Oxymoron
Personification
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