_the end of this term, we shall have learned 20 lessens.

How is understatement different from euphemism? A: Understatement always lessens negative statements, whereas euphemism does sometimes. B: Euphemism always lessens negative statements, whereas understatement does sometimes. C: They are the same. D: Euphemism is stronger than understatement.

The production of these cancerous cells____the production of normal white blood cells. A: depresses B: suppresses C: lessens D: degrades