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What is an example of euphanism in a song?

One example of a euphanism in a song is the use of the word "passed" to refer to death. Using the word "passed" in this sense is considered a more gentle way of referring to the final stage of life, making the news easier for the listener to accept.

For instance, the lyrics of the song "Candle in the Wind" by Elton John contain the line "Your candle burned out long before your legend ever did.", which refers to the death of Marilyn Monroe. Here, the phrase "candle burned out" is used to describe her passing in a poetic and euphemistic manner.

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