English, 01.08.2019 01:00 blakemccain1928

How does the euphemism "just wasn’t my thing" affect the meaning of this sentence? my hosts offered me a drink of rancid-smelling milk, which i declined with a smile, explaining that it just wasn’t my thing. the euphemism implies that the narrator wants to disguise his or her negative opinion. the euphemism increases the reader’s distrust of the narrator. the euphemism adds details that describe the setting of this sentence. the euphemism keeps the reader from imagining unpleasant sensory details.

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Answer from: gtrsoccer

The euphemism implies that the narrator wants to disguise his or her negative opinion.

Answer from: Darkknighta26

Option a. The euphemisms "just wasn't my thing" implies that the narrator wants to disguise his or her negative opinion.

Explanation:

An euphemism is defined as a mild or indirect word or phrase used to substitute a negative or harmful one in order to avoid conflict or hurting the person who will receive it. The narrator utilizes the euphemism of "just wasn't my thing" to decline the offer made by her/his host of a glass of expired milk, without sounding rude or unappreciative.

Answer from: Quest

pre-writing

why we feel good, or better, when we laugh?

is there a scientific explanation for this to happen?

which are the sources?

rough draft

laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings.

newport academy: endorphins reduce stress and strength social connections.

they combat anxiety and depression.

final draft

we know that when we laugh we feel better; when something is making us laugh it means we thought it was funny at some point, even if it was not meant that way. what we know is that it made us feel good. that is something we all can realize easily, but is it a chemical explanation for it to happen? of course there

according to joe bluett, laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings. also, he says that laughter can increase confidence, self-esteem, creativity, positivity and resilience, bringing positive changes to all aspects of our lives.

the newport academy says that, when we laugh, we release endorphins and that makes our body feel instantly relieved from tension and worry. endorphins also reduce stress and strength social connections.

therefor, laughter is the best to combat anxiety and depression.

Answer from: Quest

the answer is b "spewing black smoke", i took the test and got 100% hope i

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