Epistrophe
Epistrophe is a figure of speech that repeats the same word or phrase at the end of successive sentences, clauses, or phrases. It’s also called epiphora, and sometimes antistrophe. It contrasts with anaphora, which repeats at the beginning of clauses. This ending repetition adds strong emphasis to the final word or idea. Example: “See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.” Epistrophe is often used in speeches and poetry to make a point memorable.
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