Slanters Practice

Slanters: Euphemism, Dysphemism, Loaded Question, Ridicule/Sarcasm, Weaseler, Hyperbole, Innuendo, Downplayer, Proof Surrogate

During this campaign I am not going to engage in character attacks. My opponent has engaged in such attacks, but I’m not going to sink that low.

Three out of four dentists surveyed recommend sugarless gum for their patients who chew gum.

The adult film industry is good for business and therefore good for California.

I really like that hat you’re wearing. The Salvation Army must be having a sale.

Smith, I see that you still like rock and roll music. When are you going to develop some taste?

I’m the only guy on earth who doesn’t have an I-phone.

The study by Prof. Johnson of Harvard found that the so-called terrorists include former cook's assistants at Taliban camps.

If Barack Obama kicks the bucket, then Joe Biden would be President.

Cap’n Crunch Cereal is part of a nutritious breakfast.

NurtaSlim may lower your stress level.

If I've told you once, I've told you a million times: Be quiet!

Have you finally stopped cheating on your exams?

Overall, I think that taxing the gaming industry would be a good thing for our state.

The CIA is behind JFK’s assassination. This has been well documented by government agencies, the press, and former CIA employees.

Old man Jones is now six feet under, pushing up daisies; he bought the farm and is now worm food.

"How unselfish you are!" said the girl as her brother took the biggest piece of cake.

Studies show that community college students are less attractive than university students.

You say you are in love with Oscar but are you sure he’s right for you? Isn’t he a little on the mature side?