Antithesis: The juxtaposition of contrasting ideas in balanced phrases or clauses.
How to apply it: Analyze how antithesis sharpens a conflict, clarifies a distinction, or creates a memorable formulation of opposing ideas.
Course: AP English Literature · Unit: Poetry III
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