Oxymoron

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What is an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms, such as 'bittersweet' or 'deafening silence.'

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Give an example of an oxymoron.

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'Jumbo shrimp' is an example of an oxymoron.

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What does the term 'small crowd' represent in the context of oxymorons?

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'Small crowd' is an oxymoron because 'small' and 'crowd' contradict each other.

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Identify the oxymoron in the phrase 'quietly yelling.'

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'Quietly yelling' is an oxymoron because 'quietly' and 'yelling' are opposing actions.

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What is the oxymoron in 'happy tears'?

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'Happy tears' is an oxymoron because tears are usually associated with sadness, not happiness.

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What does 'icy hot' mean as an oxymoron?

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'Icy hot' is an oxymoron that describes something that is both cold and hot at the same time.

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What is the oxymoron in 'plastic glass'?

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'Plastic glass' is an oxymoron because 'plastic' suggests something that is not glass.

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Can you name an oxymoron that describes a situation?

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'Deafening silence' is an oxymoron that describes a silence that feels overwhelmingly loud.

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What is the purpose of using oxymorons in language?

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Oxymorons are used to create a dramatic effect, highlight contrasts, or provoke thought.

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How can oxymorons enhance writing?

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Oxymorons can make writing more interesting and engaging by adding complexity and depth.