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Language Saying One Thing But Implying The Opposite Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SATIRE" which means:
- noun
- • Witty language used to convey insults or scorn
- • A genre of literature and performing arts, in which shortcomings are held up to ridicule, ideally with the intent of shaming others
An example sentence would be:
- • "The movie is a brilliant satire on modern society."
- • "The book uses satire to critique political corruption."
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