Some Terms and Phrases Called ________ Have Become So Common

question 19

Multiple Choice

Some terms and phrases called ________ have become so common that they have lost some of their power to communicate,and ________ are newly coined terms often associated with technology,business,or cultural changes.

• A)euphemisms; idioms
• B)clichés; buzzwords
• C)colloquialisms; clichés
• D)pull quotes; derivations
• E)idioms; colloquialisms

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Definitions:

Diaphragm

A dome-shaped, muscular partition separating the thorax from the abdominal cavity, playing a major role in breathing.

Mechanical Barrier

A physical method of contraception or protection, such as condoms or diaphragms, that prevents sperm from reaching the ovum.

Chemical Barrier

A type of defense mechanism involving chemicals that deter or neutralize potential threats, used by organisms or in controlled environments.

Female Reproductive System

The assortment of inner and outer organs in females that are essential for the process of reproduction.