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The metrical form destroys the hearer's trust by its artificial appearance, and at the same time it diverts his attention
Interesting. This reminds me of a previous comment I had made on Gorgias' style in Econium of Helen. I made mention that his word choice had aroused suspicion. I wonder also if it was 'metrical', lending to its artificial appearance.
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