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Sibilance

Definition

(literary) A hissing or soft 's' or 'sh' sound in words, especially when used in poetry or other forms of writing to create a musical or rhythmic effect.

Example Sentences

1The poet's use of sibilance in the final stanza added a soothing quality to the verse.
2Can you identify the instances of sibilance in this excerpt from Shakespeare's Sonnet 18?
3The repetition of the 's' sound in the phrase 'softly shining silver streams' is a deliberate example of sibilance.
4Critics have praised the author's masterful use of sibilance in her novel to evoke a sense of calm and serenity.
5The poet's reliance on sibilance throughout the collection creates a sense of continuity and cohesion.

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