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What literary device is used in "Nor cast one longing, ling’ring look behind"?

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Answer:

A. Alliteration

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  • The phrase "Nor cast one longing, ling’ring look behind" employs alliteration, which is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of closely placed words.


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