What is apophasis in rhetoric?

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Apophasis mentions something by claiming not to mention it, creating emphasis through denial. Saying 'I won't mention my opponent's poor track record' actually draws attention to it while appearing to avoid the topic.

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Apophasis

Mention something by claiming you won't mention it, a powerful indirect emphasis technique.

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