Similes

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What does 'as brave as a lion' mean?

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It means someone is very courageous.

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What does 'as busy as a bee' mean?

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It means someone is very busy or active.

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What does 'as light as a feather' mean?

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It means something is very light in weight.

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What does 'as strong as an ox' mean?

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It means someone is very strong.

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What does 'as clear as mud' mean?

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It means something is very unclear or confusing.

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What does 'as cool as a cucumber' mean?

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It means someone is very calm and relaxed.

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What does 'as sweet as sugar' mean?

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It means something is very sweet.

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What does 'as tough as nails' mean?

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It means someone is very strong and resilient.

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What does 'as fast as a rabbit' mean?

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It means someone or something is very quick.