For example, examples of understatement can be found in the Old English epics like Beowulf as well as Ancient Greek texts by Homer. Sometimes authors use understatement for humorous reasons, though more often it is a technique for minimizing one thing thereby emphasizing another.
Thursday, May 4, 2017 is Firefighters' Day 2017. 12/15 National Firefighters Day - Celebrate the Date Ecard ... Firefightersâ Day remembers the dedication, gallantry and need for firefighters from around the globe.
Monday, June 8, is 2015's National Best Friends Day, and in honor of the little-known and unofficial holiday, letâs celebrate with 10 quotes about close pals. Whether your consider your cell phone, your sister, your mom or your dog your best friend, we've got the perfect quote for you!