Juxtaposition
Juxtaposition refers to the placement of contrasting ideas next to each other, often to produce an ironic or thought-provoking effect. Writers use juxtaposition in both poetry and prose, though this common literary device looks slightly different within each realm of literature.
“I had forgotten how horrible it was.” Tom said quietly. “The
feeling of unjustified rejection is indescribable. Even El’s touch
didn’t help. I just wanted to leave that place and cry.
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