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Propaganda Techniques

dysphemism - replacing or augmenting otherwise accurate or neutral language with more derogatory or unappealing terms to instill a negative association.

1:32:37 : Using the term "cages" instead of a neutral descriptor replaces neutral language with emotionally charged wording that frames the situation negatively. more...

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- replacing or augmenting otherwise accurate or neutral language with more derogatory or unappealing terms to instill a negative association.
: The term "the Trump tax scam" frames the 2017 piece of legislation as deceptive and illegitimate, instead of using a neutral description like "the 2017 tax bill." more...

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- replacing or augmenting otherwise accurate or neutral language with more derogatory or unappealing terms to instill a negative association.
: The term "flipping" characterizes a standard law enforcement practice as dishonest or illegitimate instead of using a more neutral description like "using cooperating witnesses." more...