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A list of euphemisms and what they actually mean. Euphemisms are phrases used to replace frank expressions that might offend or be considered inappropriate. Some euphemisms are used for humor, while others are used to make things seem more positive. This list includes common euphemisms for various situations, from death and poverty to drugs and relationships.
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Euphemisms
Euphemisms involve substituting a mild, inoffensive phrase for an otherwise frank expression that might offend. Some euphemisms are intended for humour, but others are intended to make things seem more positive than they really are.
Euphemism What it really means
Correctional facility Jail Cross over to the other side Die It fell off the back of a truck Stolen merchandise In reduced circumstances Poor Lose your lunch Vomit
Message from our sponsor Advertisement Between jobs Unemployed Kick the bucket Die Big boned Fat
Idiot box Television Little boy’s room Bathroom Chemical dependency Drug addiction Economically depressed neighbourhood
Slum, ghetto
Bend the truth Lie Peer collaboration Cheating A little thin on top Bald Visit from the stork Give birth Bun in the oven Pregnant Vertically challenged Short Kick the bucket Die
Armed intervention Military attack Gentleman friend Lover Put to sleep Euthanize Have words with someone Have an argument
Slip of the mind Forget