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What do you call redundant adjectives like great big?

Redundant adjectives like "great big" are often called pleonasms.

Here's a breakdown:

* Pleonasm: The use of more words than necessary to express an idea. This often involves using two words that mean essentially the same thing, creating redundancy.

While "great big" is a classic example, other common pleonasms include:

* Free gift (gifts are inherently free)

* ATM machine (ATM stands for Automated Teller Machine)

* PIN number (PIN already means Personal Identification Number)

Note: While pleonasms are often considered grammatically incorrect, they can sometimes be used for emphasis or stylistic effect. However, in formal writing, it's generally best to avoid them.

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