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The Case of the Repeated Noun

When the same noun is used on both sides of the verb it has a remarkable effect. It confers a meaning that may entrance, or even inspire the reader. Linking the same stem in this manner confers a deeper meaning and affect an emotional response.  If implies a deeper meaning, which actually upon reflection is incumbent on the reader to create.  It is really just a linguistic trick used by all the our masters* of language.  But they must be applied with the author mindful of just the right application. Here is a famous quote: "Luck is believing you're lucky." --- Tennessee Williams Here is another: Dryden to Lawrence (of Arabia) in the film: "It is recognized you have a funny sense of fun."  The remaining of these were generated from noun and verb lists.  Though all were constructed in just two hours, it should take you just two minutes to review.  All bunk. Hope is in the imagination of the hopeful. Freedom is life's realization to be free. Memory is