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Polysyndeton

Definition

(formal, literary) A rhetorical device in which several conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses in close succession, often for emphasis or effect.

Example Sentences

1The poet's use of polysyndeton in the final stanza created a sense of urgency and desperation.
2In his speech, the politician employed polysyndeton to link the various aspects of his economic plan.
3The polysyndeton in the novel's opening sentence set the tone for the rest of the narrative.
4Critics argue that the author's overuse of polysyndeton detracted from the overall impact of the poem.
5The use of polysyndeton in the company's mission statement was seen as a deliberate attempt to create a sense of unity and cooperation.

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