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Why We Use Tautologies?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 7 min read
Why We Use Tautologies?

Using tautologies in English
After all, shouldn't your sentences be clear and concise so that you can be understood? On the other hand, tautologies can be used to emphasize a point or add some poetic flair to your writing. If you need an example, take a look at Shakespeare's famous “To be or not to be.”

What is the purpose of tautology?

Tautology is a literary device whereby writers say the same thing twice, sometimes using different words, to emphasize or drive home a point. It can be seen as redundancy, a style fault that adds needless words to your idea, statement, or content; or it can be defended as poetic license.

What is the meaning of tautologies?

1a : needless repetition of an idea, statement, or word Rhetorical repetition, tautology ('always and for ever'), banal metaphor, and short paragraphs are part of the jargon.— Philip Howard. b : an instance of such repetition The phrase "a beginner who has just started" is a tautology.

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.