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Across
  1. 2. Character opposing the protagonist. Opposing character (10 letters)
  2. 7. Figure of speech comparing unlike things directly. Comparison without "like" or "as" (8 letters)
  3. 8. Statement that contradicts itself but may be true. Contradictory but possibly true statement (7 letters)
  4. 10. Humor or ridicule to criticize stupidity or vices. Humorous critique of stupidity (6 letters)
Down
  1. 1. Contradictory terms used together. Contradictory terms (8 letters)
  2. 3. Repetition of initial sounds in neighboring words. Initial consonant sound repetition (12 letters)
  3. 4. Substitution of mild expression for a harsh one. Mild expression substitution (9 letters)
  4. 5. Exaggerated statements not meant literally. Exaggeration for effect (9 letters)
  5. 6. Main character in a story. Story's leading character (11 letters)
  6. 9. Story or poem with hidden meanings. Story with hidden meanings (8 letters)