Euphemism

Euphemism

(Webster’s definition:  a mild or pleasant word or phrase that is used 

instead of one that is unpleasant or offensive)

  

Would you rather I say,

“She passed away”

than say she’s dead

so tears won’t be shed?

If that’s the case,

then the euphemism gives space

between harsh reality

and basic neutrality.

© 2015 Lana Gray