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Euphemism

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Tash & Jon Vinyl - "Euphemism" OFFICIAL VERSION

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Everyday Grammar: Euphemisms

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5 Common English Euphemisms

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Euphemisms & Connotation

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Learn English Vocabulary: Euphemism 'The Nicer Truth' (Cartoons for Children)

A euphemism is a generally innocuous word or expression used in place of one that may be found offensive or suggest something unpleasant. Some euphemisms are intended to amuse, while others use bland, inoffensive terms for concepts that the user wishes to downplay. Euphemisms may be used to refer to taboo topics in a polite way, or to mask profanity.
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