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Polisíndeton

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AP Spanish Literature

Definition

Polisíndeton is a literary device where conjunctions (such as "and," "or," or "but") are used repeatedly in quick succession, often with no commas. It creates a sense of urgency and adds emphasis to the connected ideas.

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