Anadiplosis

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Definition

A rhetorical device where the last word of one clause becomes the first word of the next.

Example

"Fear leads to suffering. Suffering leads to the dark side."

Study Tips

  • Try to identify this device in poems you read
  • Practice using this technique in your own writing
  • Look for variations and related terms
  • Discuss examples with classmates or teachers

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