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Greek: hyperbole (excess, throwing beyond)
Exaggeration for emphasis or effect
Wangari Maathai: "We cannot tire or give up. We owe it to the present and future generations"—suggesting eternal duty
Use sparingly. Ensure audience recognizes exaggeration. Avoid in scientific contexts.
Persuasive writing, activism, emphasis