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he urge to speak euphemistically is a universal trait, but varying in scope and motive with different circumstances. Euphemism, as a sociolinguistic phenomenon, as well as a figure of speech, really well performs some social functions. They contribute a lot to the social communication of human beings. And it will surely take on a new look with the development of society. it is as old as civilization and has long been used as the means of communication. In communication with others, euphemisms can help people form a positive communicative atmosphere to establish harmonious social relationships and eventually to achieve the communication goals. With the development of modern society, it has become an indispensable element in people's interaction. Euphemism, as a polite way to express something that is embarrassing or unpleasant, originates from taboo. From the moment of its occurrence, euphemism serves to avoid taboos, to show politeness and conceal feelings.

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Acknowledgements

There are numerous people I am greatly indebted for having helped me in this endeavor. First of all, I would like to express my profound gratitude to teacher HuangYongyuan supervisor, who led me to the research area of Linguistics. Teacher HuangYongyuan lent me valuable reference books, gave me instructions and encouragement and offered me many precious suggestions during the whole process of the thesis writing. My sincere thanks also go to Teacher HuangYongyuan who took the time out of her busy schedule to go over my first draft and offered me many valuable suggestions. I thank her for giving me continual help and guidance during my three years' graduate study in Mu Dan Jiang Normal University. I am also indebted to many other teachers in Foreign Languages Institution of Mu Dan Jiang Normal University, who have given me enlightening and illuminating courses and helped me in one way or another. Finally, I would like to thank my friends and my fellow classmates who help me work out my problems during the difficult course of the thesis.
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