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Hyperbole

usgb/haɪˈpɜːrbəli/Volume
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Emotional Impact

Hyperbole often carries strong emotions to highlight feelings or create humor.

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I’m so hungry I could eat an elephant.
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Avoid Literality

Remember, hyperboles are not meant to be taken literally; they're for emphasis.

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He’s running faster than the wind.
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Common in Speech

Hyperbole is frequently used in everyday conversation, not just in writing.

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This bag weighs a ton!
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AggrandizementAmplificationCaricatureEmbellishExaggerateExtravaganceMagnificationOverstate
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