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Oxymoron
An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two opposite or contradictory ideas are joined to create an effect. It is often a combination of an adjective proceeded by a noun with contrasting meanings.
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The phrase 'deafening silence' is a powerful oxymoron used to describe the tension in the room.
The phrase 'deafening silence' is a powerful oxymoron used to describe the tension in the room.
Writing a 'bittersweet' ending provides a realistic touch through the use of an oxymoron.
Writing a 'bittersweet' ending provides a realistic touch through the use of an oxymoron.
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