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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'''. | + | 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'''. "Creation science" is a euphemism for "creationism" used when addressing certain audiences. |
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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. "Creation science" is a euphemism for "creationism" used when addressing certain audiences.