EXPLORING COLLOCATIONS AS LEXICAL COHESION DEVICES IN SHORT STORIES

• Mukhayyo Saidova

  Bukhara State University, Uzbekistan PhD, Associate Professor m.u.saidova@buxdu.uz

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This thesis explores the role of collocations as lexical cohesion devices in O. Henry’s short stories, emphasizing their function in creating coherence and unity within literary discourse. Collocations, as natural word combinations, help connect ideas, describe characters, and build vivid imagery, contributing to the smooth flow of the narrative. By analyzing selected stories, the research identifies common collocational patterns and examines how they enhance textual cohesion. The findings reveal that O. Henry skillfully uses collocations to maintain cohesion and enrich the literary quality of his texts. This study offers insights into the significance of collocations in literary writing and their implications for discourse analysis and language teaching.

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