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    A proper writer will refrain from using clichés in their work. However‚ a cliché that is not explicitly written can be used to represent the piece of literature by pulling together all the themes. According to Webster’s Third New International Dictionary of the English Language‚ a cliché is “a trite or stereotyped phrase or expression” (422). Writers typically refrain from using clichés because the overuse of a phrase shows a lack of originality. In Washington Irving’s short story “Rip Van Winkle”

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    the logical and proper way. "Every cloud has its silver lining but it is sometimes a little difficult to get it to the mint." (Don Marquis) "Fads are the kiss of death. When the fad goes away‚ you go with it." (Conway Twitty) Idiom is a set expression of two or more words that means something other than the literal meanings of its individual words. Adjective: idiomatic. Analogy a similarity between like features of two things‚ on which a comparison may be based: the analogy between the heart

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    provides a mental escape to faraway places. 2) The four things to look for while proofreading are spelling‚ grammar‚ punctuation‚ and capitalization. 3a) Cliché definition‚ a trite‚ stereotyped expression; a sentence or phrase‚ idea‚ word‚ action or behavior which is so overused that it loses its impact‚ charm or novelty. 3b) I knew that the film was a cliché but I went to see it anyway because my favorite actor starred in it. 4) Brainstorming‚ make a list of every idea that comes to mind. Don’t exclude

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    understanding of the English language and how people convey the types of figurative language. In this paper‚ there will be definitions‚ meaning‚ and function of figurative language versus literal language. Idiom. An idiom is the language or expressions used by a specific

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    [pic]GENERAL NOTES ON FUNCTIONAL SТYLES OF LANGUAGE The object of lingo-stylistics is the study of the nature‚ functions and structures of stylistic devices (SD) and expressive means (ЕМ) оn the оnе hand‚ and the study of the functional styles‚ оn the other. А functional style of language is а system of interrelated language means which serves а definite aim in communication. А functional style is thus to bе regarded as the product of а certain concrete task set bу the sender of the message

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    Criteria Scientific prose style Oratorical sub-style Publicistic styles Pragmatic aim to prove a hypothesis‚ to create new concepts‚ to disclose the internal laws of existence‚ development‚ relations between different phenomena. is to exert influence on public opinion‚ to convince the listener that the interpretation given by the speaker is the only correct one and to cause him to accept the point of view expressed in the speech not merely by logical argumentation‚ but by emotional appeal as well

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    In our society‚ words and what order those words fall in contribute to their meaning. That’s why it is very important to use words in the correct grammatical order‚ correct context and exact language. The power of words affects our senses‚ thinking‚ feelings creativity and the way we think. It is imperative that we must understand the phrases and meanings of words before they can properly be used. When language is shaped properly‚ it will assimilate into a culture. Since the English language is

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    EBC‚ 8e Unit Test 1‚ Chapters 1–4 Name _______________________ Write your answers on the test ONLY if your instructor directs. True-False Circle T or F on this sheet OR record your answers on a machine form. 1. The most successful players in today’s workplace will be those with highly developed communication skills. 1. T F 2. Communication is best defined as “the transmission of information and meaning from one individual or group to another.” 2. T F 3. Most people have good listening

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    person’s eye. The "apple" is someone beloved and held dear. Jargon: Special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand. Example: Gigabyte Euphemism: A mild or indirect word or expression for one too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. Example: Letting someone go instead of firing someone. Cliché: Platitude: a trite or obvious remark. Example: Time will tell: This means that something will be revealed

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    Ministry of Education of the Republic of Moldova Institute of International Relations of the Republic of Moldova Faculty of Foreign Languages Department of English Philology COURSE PAPER “A contrastive Analysis of translating metaphors in Shakespeare’s Sonnets” Written by: 2nd year student‚ Group: 2LM2‚ Mihai Marina Scientific adviser: University Lecturer Sîngereanu T. Chisinau 2012 Contents: Introduction………………………………………………………………......…1 Chapter 1 Metaphor

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