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EUPHEMISM = a word/phrase intended to soften an unpleasant, embarrassing, or harsh word/phrase.

Which is the euphemism for the following harsh phrase:

           "The couple had an argument"

A. The angry couple had a "blowout".

B. The angry couple had a "full and frank discussion".

C. The angry couple had a "brawl".

 

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