EXPRESSIVE MEANS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK NEWSPAPER TEXTS

Abstract

This article is dedicated to analyzing the use of stylistic devices—zeugma, sarcasm, and oxymoron—in the newspapers “O’zbekiston Ovozi” published in Uzbekistan and “The New York Times” from the United States. The article thoroughly examines the role of these stylistic devices in enhancing the expressiveness of the text, attracting readers, and achieving communicative goals. In “O’zbekiston Ovozi,” oxymorons and zeugmas are used based on traditional cultural practices, while in “The New York Times,” their use is primarily aimed at capturing the reader’s attention and increasing impact. The research results reveal significant differences in stylistic approaches and linguistic strategies between the two newspapers. The article also emphasizes the need for further scholarly research to gain a deeper understanding of the role and functions of these devices within texts. Based on the findings, recommendations for future research are provided, which will facilitate more profound scientific analyses of stylistic devices at the national and international levels