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Which is the best definition of metaphor?


A.

an unusual comparison that is meant to be funny; for example, "My uncle looks just like a sweet potato"


B.

a comparison between two things that are closely related; for example, "Gorillas are larger than chimpanzees"


C.

a direct comparison between two unlike things; for example, "My tongue is sandpaper"


D.

an indirect comparison that uses the words like or as; for example, "You're as pretty as a picture"

Verified Answer :

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Cmetaphors always use "is", 
smilies use "like" or "as"
comparisons use "larger than"
Dindirect comparison that uses the words like or as

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