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Meanings of stylistic device in inglês

russo
риторическая фигура
português
figuras de estilo
espanhol
figura de definición
catalão
figures de dicció
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Technique used to give an auxiliary meaning, idea, or feeling to a literal message.

Related terms
figuras de estilo
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Examples for "persuasive device"
Examples for "persuasive device"
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Curving the direction of your braids adds another stylistic element to your design.
The South African
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Oh, well, I was simply using a figure of speech, High Lord.
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Indicate the figure of speech used in each of the following sentences:
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This keeping of distance was no mere figure of speech for her.
East of the sun
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That is no mere figure of speech: it is an actual truth.
Sermons on National Subjects
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He had not thought it was more than a figure of speech.
Mixed Magics
Usage of stylistic device in inglês
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The intimacy afforded by this simple stylistic device pervades the reader's experience.
The Guardian
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In Carrie, it's a stylistic device that's still new to him, and whereas he now uses it sparingly, here, it's everywhere.
The Guardian
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Instead, Wenders favors the stylistic device of making foreground figures stand out sharply from a deep background, giving the film a modern, painterly look.
Reuters
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Veteran British farceur Alan Ayckbourn is able to carry off this sort of stylistic device, but this effort comes across as a pale, vulgar imitation.
Reuters
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But neither the main narrative nor these stylistic devices goes deep enough to reveal his motivations.
Reuters
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Previous research has suggested lens and camera movements to be among the most effective stylistic devices involved in such engagement.
Pubmed
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Throughout the novel, they're referred to as her "adoptive parents", one of many stylistic devices that brings welcome humour to a sad story.
The Irish Times