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Simile

Definition

A figure of speech that compares two different things by using the words 'like' or 'as' to make the comparison.

Example Sentences

1The teacher explained that a simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
2He ran like a cheetah, which is a simile used to describe his speed.
3The poem was full of similes that helped to create vivid images in the reader's mind.
4Can you think of a simile to describe how tired you feel after a long day?
5The writer used a simile to compare the sunset to a painting, which made the description more beautiful.

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