Figures of speech are also pervasive in the Book of Genesis. This is the sixth post in a series on "Genesis 1-11: A New Old Translation for Readers, Scholars, and Translators." ...

Today, we interview the coiners of two of our most overused cliches. Our first guest is Polly Anna Doubtful, creator of the expression "cautiously optimistic." Q: How did this semi-oxymoronic ...

'Realism Is a Figure of Speech' Ernest Hemingway's matter-of-fact style taught author Vikram Chandra to find sublime in the ordinary, and depth in deceptively flat prose.

When used well, figures of speech provide vivid imagery. This enhances understanding and makes your message more memorable.

In his book [Figures of Speech], William Bennett Turner examines American's relationship with the First Amendment through numerous court cases that have shaped the country's current understandings ...

Virgil Abloh's Careful Attention to "Figures of Speech" at Brooklyn Museum: "Virgil wanted everyone to feel like they were considered," says curator Antwaun Sargent.

Don Peebles, inaugural "Byron Allen Presents theGrio Awards" Business Icon Award honoree, can actually quantify the value of white privilege.

Illinois Family Institute writer Laurie Higgins took Tribune columnist Rex Huppke to task for his lack of knowledge concerning biblical exegesis in her recent letter to the editor. The problem isn&… ...

This was published 19 years ago A Figure of Speech: A Political Memoir Michael Gordon December 31, 2005 — 2.30am Normal text size Larger text size Very large text size ...

Mike Pence earned millions through book deal, six-figure speeches, new filings show ...