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| − | A '''euphemism''' is the use of one word to replace another to respect the sensibilities of the listener. Example | + | A '''euphemism''' is the use of one word to replace another to respect the sensibilities of the listener. Example euphemisms for [[death]] include '''kick the bucket''' and '''pass over'''. |
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A euphemism is the use of one word to replace another to respect the sensibilities of the listener. Example euphemisms for death include kick the bucket and pass over.