Confucius's concept of the attunement of names implies that using euphemisms like collateral damage is an attempt to avoid moral responsibility for the consequences of our actions.

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Rachel Abline · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : True, Explanation :  Confucius believed in the importance of using precise and accurate language, and that using euphemisms could lead to a lack of accountability and responsibility for our actions.

Confucius's concept of "the attunement of names" implies that using euphemisms like "collateral damage" is an attempt to avoid moral responsibility for the consequences of our actions.

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