Name: _____________________________
Explaining Euphemisms

Directions: Read the following examples of euphemism. Explain them on the lines below.

1. During his presidency, Dwight D. Eisenhower found it necessary to neutralize certain hostile leaders in volatile parts of the world. 

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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2. The school is making every possible effort to prevent negative gains in test scores.

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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3. The mother encouraged her son to ask next time before borrowing money from her purse.

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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4. “Our nation needs to make investments that will demand certain measures to ensure a revenue increase for certain programs.”  

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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5. Our dealership sells certified pre-owned cars, maintained in working condition.

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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6. The wealthy businessman was found to be under the influence of controlled substances while driving, but was released with a warning.

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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7. Working in public relations sometimes requires a new contextualization of events that is more favorable to your employer.

Explain this euphemism. _______________________________________________________________

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