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What is an exaggeration of the truth for emphasis or humor called?

An exaggeration of the truth for emphasis or humor is called hyperbole.

Here are some examples of hyperbole:

* "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"

* "That movie was so boring, I could have fallen asleep standing up!"

* "My backpack weighs a ton!"

Hyperbole is a common literary device used in everyday speech and writing. It can be used to add emphasis, create humor, or simply make a statement more memorable.

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