Read the excerpt from "Aunt Misery" The doctors claimed no one bothered to come in for examinations or treatments anymore, because they did not fear dying; the pharmacist’ business suffered too because medications are, like magic potions, bought to prevent or postpone the inevitable; priest and undertakers were unhappy with the situation also, for obvious reasons.

What is the best explanation of figurative language used in the underlined phrase?

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Read the prompt. write an analytical essay explaining how three romantic poems connect to william wordsworth's ideas about poetry. based on this prompt, which ideas would be most appropriate for leaving the reader with something to think about? check all that apply. 1. a short list of other romantic poets who wrote during wordsworth's era. 2. a relevant fact about wordsworth that reinforces the essay's overall thesis. 3. a comment about which poem seems to best capture wordsworth's ideas. 4. a few important facts about wordsworth's life and accomplishments. 5. a relevant quotation by wordsworth that reflects his ideas about poetry.

What is the meaning of "full tide" as it is used in this sentence? before i could explain to her the differences of language in this world, she was embarked on the full tide of another subject. a long and involved argument an inaccurate representation a detailed and lively discussion an uncontrollable flood

Why does the host answer the guest with brief responses during the party?