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A Few Good Words for Cliches.
- Source :
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English Journal . Sep 1984 73(5):45-47. - Publication Year :
- 1984
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Abstract
- Describes how many of the phrasings attacked by cliche-hunters as trite, worn-out, or unoriginal can be legitimately defended on other grounds, by the criteria of speed and clarity, familiarity, social bonding, and personal delight. (CRH)
Details
- Language :
- English
- Volume :
- 73
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- English Journal
- Publication Type :
- Electronic Resource
- Accession number :
- EJ303981
- Document Type :
- Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Opinion Papers<br />Journal Articles