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Definition

Language using words, set phrases or idioms that have strong positive or negative connotations beyond their ordinary definitions.

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l

loaded word

Any word, set phrase or idiom that has strong positive or negative con…

 t

take the bitter with the sweet

To accept positive things with negative things.

 u

ups and downs

Periods of positive and negative events, moods, or interactions; highs…

 g

go from zero to hero

To change from a negative to a positive outcome; to improve one's fort…

 c

cruel mistress

Something which has both significant positive and negative aspects.

 s

sour note

A negative aspect to something mostly positive.
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