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noun • an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh | ||||||||
| 26% | 8 | The use of indirect or less offensive language to convey a difficult or sensitive message | ||||||
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| 25% | 10 | Used a more indirect expression | ||||||
verb • refer to something with a euphemism | ||||||||
Indirect Expression Used In Place Of An Offensive One Crossword Clue
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EUPHEMISM which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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EUPHEMISM
Updated: October 13, 2023
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