The following examples represent which figure of speech?

• A little thin on top' instead of 'going bald.'

• 'Fell of the back of a truck' instead of 'stolen.'

• 'Letting you go' instead of 'firing you.'

• 'Passed away' instead of 'died.'

• 'Economical with the truth' instead of 'liar.'

A. Hyperbole

B. Metaphor

C. Euphemism

D. Simile

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Bianca Vance

27 May, 07:36

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Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Giada Howell · Answer 1

C. Euphemism

Explanation:

Euphemism is essentially replacing one phrase with another when it sounds too harsh or unnecessary.

Lincoln Cochran · Answer 2

C because I did process of elimination