as in metaphor
a mild or pleasant word group of words that is used instead of one that is unpleasant or offensive
using "eliminate" as a euphemism for "kill" She spoke in euphemisms when recounting the expletive-laden tirade.
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Recent Examples of euphemism
But talking in euphemisms produced different results.
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Andrew R. Chow, Time, 12 June 2025
That means saying, without euphemism or apology, that antisemitism cloaked as anti-Zionism is still antisemitism.
—Brendan Reilly, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
The ones most frequently name-checked on TikTok—or in group chats or over brunch tables—are produced by a growing list of start-up wellness brands with bright packaging and cutesy euphemisms.
—Fiorella Valdesolo, Allure, 14 May 2025
Consultants said to expect to continue hearing a variety of euphemisms about tariffs and their impact on prices.
—Jordyn Holman, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Andrew R. Chow, Time, 12 June 2025
That means saying, without euphemism or apology, that antisemitism cloaked as anti-Zionism is still antisemitism.
—Brendan Reilly, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
The ones most frequently name-checked on TikTok—or in group chats or over brunch tables—are produced by a growing list of start-up wellness brands with bright packaging and cutesy euphemisms.
—Fiorella Valdesolo, Allure, 14 May 2025
Consultants said to expect to continue hearing a variety of euphemisms about tariffs and their impact on prices.
—Jordyn Holman, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for euphemism
Noun
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And in that single line, the horoscope writer managed to explain symbiosis—not a metaphor at all, but an evolutionary mechanism that may be more prevalent across biology than once thought.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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The semi-transparent curtain, moved by the wind, is a metaphor for a flexible, permeable border.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
23 July 2025
Noun
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His look, tone, signature phrases, poses, and even his walk were carefully crafted and consistent.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Christopher Guest can drop me to the ground with a look, let alone a phrase.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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His approval average during his first term was 41%.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
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Aides privately described it as the best stretch of his presidency—possibly across both terms.—
Carlo Versano
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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“Euphemism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/euphemism. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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