A _____ Is a Word or Phrase That Through Its

question 37

Multiple Choice

A _____ is a word or phrase that through its overuse has lost its impact.

• A)slang
• B)jargon
• C)cliché
• D)filler
• E)euphemism

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Definitions:

Nemerteans

A phylum of invertebrate animals also known as ribbon worms, which are known for their elongated bodies and proboscis used for feeding and defense.

Phoronids

A small phylum of marine animals that live in tubular structures and filter feed, known for their horseshoe-shaped lophophore.

Gastropods

A large class of mollusks that includes snails and slugs, characterized by a univalve shell or the absence of a shell.

Leeches

Parasitic or predatory worms belonging to the phylum Annelida and known for their use in medicine, especially for bloodletting.