Analogies

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Analogy

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A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

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What is the relationship in an analogy?

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The relationship is the way in which two things are connected or similar.

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pen : author

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This analogy shows that a pen is a tool used by an author.

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brush : artist

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This analogy shows that a brush is a tool used by an artist.

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recall : remember

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These words are synonyms; to recall is to remember something.

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vary : change

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These words are synonyms; to vary means to change.

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periodic : intermittent

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These words are related; periodic means occurring at intervals, while intermittent means stopping and starting at intervals.

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constant : incessant

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These words are related; constant means unchanging, while incessant means continuing without interruption.

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good luck : wish

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This analogy shows that wishing someone good luck is a way of expressing hope for their success.

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premonition : warning

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This analogy shows that a premonition is a feeling that something is about to happen, similar to a warning.