Which rhetorical device best describes the phrase "idiot box" in the following? "It's no wonder Sam is failing Critical Thinking; he spent five hours last night in from the Idiot box watching so-called reality shows!"
Answer : dysphemism
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a. establishing and defending key doctrines, public worship, meditation and devotion b. establishing and defending key doctrines, public performance, private ritual c. public worship, meditation and decoration, iconic. d. establishing