FIVE SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS Flashcards

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are expressions or ideas that have lost their originality or impact over time because of excessive use. should be avoided whenever possible because they are old, tired, and overused.

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cliches

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a mild, indirect, or vague term that has been substituted for one that is considered harsh, blunt, or offensive. used in sympathetic manner to shield and protect.

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euphemism

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3
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refers to spoken or written styles that do not satisfactorily reflect the presence of some in our society

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sexist language

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a language that is often used in text messages, emails, and other forms of electronic communication; it consist of abbreviations, slang, emoticons, and acronyms

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textspeak

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