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Arguing both sides of an issue. Aristotle explains that doing so is necessary
to be sure one is arriving at the true state of the case (see stasis)
and to anticipate counterarguments (see procatalepsis). |
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As such,
this term names not so much a figure of speech as a general approach to
rhetoric, or an overall argumentative strategy. However, it could be manifest
within a speech on a local level as well, especially for the purposes
of exhibiting fairness (establishing ethos). |
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Sources: |
Aristotle 1.12;
Cicero, De Or. 1.34.158-59, 3.27.107 |
