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Definition of Paradox
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar Wilde's famous declaration that "Life is... read full definition
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar... read full definition
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel... read full definition
Part 2: Rome
Explanation and Analysis—Expecting the Unexpected:
Having struggled to make sense of Daisy's motivations and manners since they first met, Winterbourne finally accepts that she is unpredictable. The narrator uses a paradox to explain Winterbourne's view of her.
Winterbourne [...] very presently began to feel that she had no more surprises for him; the unexpected in her behavior was the only thing to expect.
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