B) A figure of speech where one word applies to two others in different senses. Syllepsis uses one word to apply to two others in different senses (e.g., "She lowered her standards and her neckline").

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What is "syllepsis"?

A A logical fallacy

B A figure of speech where one word applies to two others in different senses

C An argument structure

D A type of rhyme

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Syllepsis uses one word to apply to two others in different senses (e.g., "She lowered her standards and her neckline").

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What is "syllepsis"?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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