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the study of techniques and principles for using language effectively, especially in public speaking
- She studied rhetoric to improve her debate skills.
- Classical rhetoric focused on persuasion and argument structure.
- The course on rhetoric included exercises in speechwriting and delivery.
- Aristotle's works are foundational in the study of rhetoric.
- Rhetoric teaches how to organize ideas logically and persuasively.
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using language skillfully to persuade, impress, or please
- The politician's rhetoric won over undecided voters.
- Her rhetoric was so compelling that the audience hung on every word.
- Advertising relies heavily on rhetoric to influence consumer behavior.
- His rhetoric inspired the team to work harder.
- Good rhetoric balances clarity with emotional appeal.
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bombastic or meaningless language
- The council meeting was dominated by rhetoric with no solutions.
- He dismissed the proposal as political rhetoric.
- The article was more rhetoric than reporting.
- Critics claimed the campaign speeches were pure rhetoric.
- The teacher warned against relying on rhetoric instead of evidence.
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