Eloquence & How to Achieve It

Eloquence & How to Achieve It

According to the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary, eloquence /ˈeləkwəns/ is the ability to use language and express your opinions well, especially when you are speaking in public. Therefore, it’s clear that public speakers would benefit from being eloquent /ˈeləkwənt/. Are you one of them? If not, you might still benefit from developing eloquence if you often need to convince or persuade others, or simply express your views in a way that people can understand and accept. That’s why virtually anyone can find value in this article, where we define eloquence, discuss its importance, and provide tips for language learners to achieve it. Keep reading to equip yourself with tools to cultivate this highly useful skill.

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Clichés & Why They Are Not Always Bad

Clichés & Why They Are Not Always Bad

In a world full of stories and sayings we’ve all heard before, clichés often get a bad rap for being unoriginal. But what if there’s more to them than meets the eye? Clichés, like “race against time” or “rising from the ashes,” actually pack a punch of emotion and meaning. They’re like shortcuts in language that instantly bring up powerful images and feelings. So, let’s take a closer look at clichés, explore some common ones, and see how they can actually make our stories richer.

In the world of investment, timing is everything, and for the entrepreneur, it’s a constant race against time. Read the article to the end and comment on whether you think the clichés in bold are used effectively or not, and why.
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