A(n) ________ is a vague, mild expression that substitutes for a blunt, sometimes harsh phrase.

A. euphemism
B. cliché
C. acronym
D. mixed metaphor

Answer: A

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Fill in the blank with correct word

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Which of the following can reduce equivocality?

a. the process of organizing b. communication processing rules c. communication cycles d. all of the above e. none of the above

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