Euphemism
Euphemism noun - An inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh.
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Synonyms for Euphemism
Lie and euphemism are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lie" instead a noun "Euphemism".
Nearby Words: euphemistic, euphemistically
Lie
Lie noun - A statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive.
Nearby Word: lied
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- Deadly Euphemism: "Up the chimney", "lie on the bottom", "swallowed by the night" among others.
Source: Literature / If This Is a Man -
Unusual Euphemism: After Nate swiftly thinks on his feet and comes up with a lie to cover for Cody with Jake (yet another Not What It Looks Like situation), Cody says he owes him one.
Source: Webcomic / ISO
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