I often refer to my three colleagues as "an uptight team." What am I using that might cause a misunderstanding?
A) emotive words
B) equivocal words
C) euphemisms
D) pragmatic wording

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Emotive words can cause misunderstandings because they can evoke strong emotions in the listener, which can make it difficult for them to think rationally about the issue at hand.

I Often Refer to My Three Colleagues as "An Uptight