A "rhetorical point" refers to making a statement or argument to make a particular impact or persuade others, rather than expecting a direct response. It emphasizes the use of effective language and techniques to convey a message effectively.
Sentences with «rhetorical point»
If you want to have a conversation on strategies go ahead, but don't make up stuff in order to make rhetorical points. (realclimate.org)
This site is about the science of climate change, not about scoring rhetorical points. (skepticalscience.com)
Sanders scored a few more rhetorical points than Clinton, frequently drawing rousing applause from his supporters at the Brooklyn Naval Yard. (fortune.com)