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I've told you a million times

I've told you a million times

I have told you many times already.

I've told you a million times to shut the gate, Joseph!

Remember: Nobody really says anything a million times. The huge number shows frustration. That deliberate exaggeration is hyperbole.

Short lessonSaying more or lessSometimes we stretch the truth, shrink it, or give things human feelings to make a point.

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