We thrive on euphemism. We call multi-megaton bombs "Peace-keepers", closet
size apartments "efficient" and incomprehensible artworks "innovative". In
fact, "euphemism" has become a euphemism for "bald-faced lie". And now, here
are the euphemisms so colorfully employed in Personal Ads:
EUPHEMISM REALITY
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Independent thinker Crazy
High spirited Crazy and hyperactive
Free spirited Crazy and irresponsible
Outrageous Crazy and obnoxious
Exotic Crazy with a pierced nose/nipple
Cuddly Overweight
Huggable/Zaftig/Rubenesque Fat (there's a lot to love)
Big and beautiful Really Fat
Fat 'n' sassy Really Fat and loud
Svelte/Slender Anorexic
Dynamic Pushy
Assertive Pushy with a mean streak
Feisty/Ambitious Would kill own mother for next corporate rung
Demanding Will make your life a living hell
Looking for Mr./Ms. Right Looking for Mr./Ms. Rich
