A Dead Metaphor Is A

question 87

Multiple Choice

A dead metaphor is a:

• A)gentle way to say that someone has died
• B)harsh way to say that someone has died
• C)metaphor that is not very exciting
• D)metaphor that no one uses anymore
• E)metaphor used so often that it is now part of the literal meaning of a word

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Definitions:

Big Picture

The big picture refers to the overall perspective or comprehensive understanding of a situation, considering all factors, implications, and relationships, rather than focusing on details.

Working Conditions

Refers to the environment in which an employee works, including factors such as safety, hours, and physical demands.

Fostering Strategy

A method or approach designed to develop, promote, or encourage certain outcomes, behaviors, or relationships.

Distributive Bargaining

A negotiation strategy in which one party’s gain is the other party’s loss, typically involving fixed resources or terms where each party aims to maximize their share.