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What is the synonym for tautology?

Here are some synonyms for tautology, depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

Formal/Logical:

* Redundancy: Emphasizes the repetition of the same idea.

* Pleonasm: Focuses on the unnecessary use of words.

* Repetition: A more general term for saying the same thing again.

* Circularity: Highlights the circular reasoning involved.

* Truism: Refers to a statement that is obviously true.

Informal/Everyday:

* Saying the same thing twice: A simple, straightforward description.

* Repeating yourself: Similar to the above, emphasizing the act of repetition.

* Going in circles: Suggests a lack of progress due to repeated arguments.

* Beating a dead horse: Implies that the point has already been made.

* Stating the obvious: Highlights the lack of new information.

The best synonym depends on the context and the specific meaning you want to convey.

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