Meanings of Figurative Language

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What does 'putting your foot in your mouth' mean?

Back

Saying something you shouldn't have.

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What does 'honesty is the best policy' mean?

Back

It's better to tell the truth than it is to lie.

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What does 'We'll keep dancing 'til we die' mean?

Back

We will keep dancing for as long as we want to.

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What does the metaphor 'She is drowning in a sea of grief' mean?

Back

She is really really sad.

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What does 'Look before you leap' mean?

Back

Consider the possible consequences or danger before you act.

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What is figurative language?

Back

Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does 'time flies' mean?

Back

Time passes quickly.

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What does 'the world is your oyster' mean?

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You have the ability and opportunity to achieve anything you want.