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Greek: klimax (ladder)
Arranging words or ideas in order of increasing importance
Shakespeare: "I came, I saw, I conquered"—building to final triumph
Arrange carefully by weight. Build to strong conclusion. Create momentum.
Persuasive speeches, dramatic writing, powerful conclusions