BETWEEN BRILLIANCE AND SIMPLIFICATION: EXPLORING THE NATURE OF PLAIN LANGUAGE IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE
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https://doi.org/10.30888/2663-5712.2025-33-05-116Ключові слова:
political discourse, rhetoric, communication strategy, linguistic simplicity, speech functions, political communicationАнотація
The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the phenomenon of plain language in political discourse as an effective tool for influencing the mass audience. Plain language is viewed as a strategic choice of a politician aimed at ensuring clarity, forПосилання
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