Exercise 15. Define the cases of zeugma based on the
interaction of homonyms (homophones, homographs and
homonyms proper) and on the interaction of different meanings
of a polysemantic word. What stylistic effect is achieved
thanks to zeugma?
1. The servants have gone and the need for discretion with
them. (R.R.)
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2. The darkness was overwhelming, both in the kitchen and in
her mind. (L.H.)
3. I wasnʼt sure Iʼd be able to handle either Roger or dinner,
let alone the combination of the two. (S.P.)
4. There are times when I want to lead a normal life; to not
carry a gun, a shield, and the responsibility. (N.D.)
5. A guy went to a costume party dressed as a knife, and he
really looked sharp. (A.V.)
6. She sensed, however, from the look on his face, that he was
more in shock than in thought. (D.B.)
7. Panting, he began to crawl, one hand out to feel the wall.
When its solidity abruptly ended in blackness, he drew in
both his breath and his hand, as if he expected something
nasty to snake out of the blackness and grab him. (S.K.)
8. A lamp flickered on. It was Hermione Granger, wearing a
pink bathrobe and a frown. (J.K.R.)
9. Mack had a tune on his lips and a spring in his step. (K.F.)
10. I cleared passport Control and Immigration quickly since I
wasn’t carrying anything except my overnight bag, a
diplomatic passport, and a concealed grudge. (N.D.)
11. Mrs. Weasley was clattering around, cooking breakfast a
little haphazardly, throwing dirty looks at her sons as she
threw sausages into the frying pan. (J.K.R.)
12. The three of them crossed the stone floor, picking their
way between the kneeling petitioners and pilgrims in their
rags and tatters, in their misery and their religious ecstasy.
(W.S.)
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13. I saw him yesterday. He was wearing a business suit and a
welcoming smile. (L.Ch.)
14. By the time we left the bar, I’d bought her story, as well as
her three drinks. (M.R.R.)
15. Paulette’s, a quaint French place in a white stucco
building, was noted for its wine list and desserts and the
gentle voice of the man at the Steinway. (J.G.)
16. Sophie glanced at Langdon, uncertain whether she’d
stepped back in time or into a nuthouse. (D.B.)
17. Jamie had started out from Klipdrift with a brisk step and a
light heart, … (W.S.)
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Объяснение:
1 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "discretion" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to the servants' departure and one relating to the need for secrecy.
2 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of different meanings of a polysemantic word. The word "overwhelming" is used to describe both the darkness in the kitchen and the state of the protagonist's mind.
3 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "handle" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to Roger and one relating to dinner.
4 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "carry" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to the physical act of carrying a gun and shield and one relating to the responsibility of being a hero.
5 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homophones. The word "sharp" is used to describe both the appearance of the costume and the figurative meaning of being clever or witty.
6 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of different meanings of a polysemantic word. The word "shock" is used to describe both the mental state of the character and the act of thinking.
7 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "drew" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to breathing in and one relating to retracting the hand.
8 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of different meanings of a polysemantic word. The word "wearing" is used to describe both the physical act of having on a bathrobe and the emotional state of having a frown.
9 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homophones. The word "spring" is used to describe both the physical act of jumping and the figurative meaning of having a lively step.
10 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "carrying" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to having physical items and one relating to holding a grudge.
11 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "threw" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to cooking sausages and one relating to giving dirty looks.
12 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of different meanings of a polysemantic word. The word "misery" is used to describe both the physical state of being in rags and tatters and the emotional state of religious ecstasy.
13 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homophones. The word "wearing" is used to describe both the physical act of having on a business suit and the emotional state of having a welcoming smile.
14 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "bought" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to accepting the story and one relating to purchasing drinks.
15 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "noted" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to the reputation of the restaurant and one relating to the man's musical ability.
16 This sentence contains a zeugma based on the interaction of homonyms. The word "glanced" is used with two different meanings in the sentence, one relating to looking and one relating to expressing uncertainty.