Figurative Language

"Let us go forth and lead the land we love" ?

An example of alliteration is:"Silently, softly the swans swam on the lake."

The night sky was a loom threaded with darkness. 

lacking interest or excitement; dull.

There is a real love hate relationship developing between the two of them.

I was so embarrassed that I wanted to die is an example of a

A simile is a comparison using the words LIKE or AS.

Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words

Fear lurks, watching me, waiting for the moment to pounce. 

She was high as a kite. 

An example of alliteration is""The cat sat on the mat"

the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration orrespect; contempt.

This is another fine mess you have got us into.

mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.

dealing with things sensibly and realistically; based on practical considerations 

patient self-control; restraint and tolerance.

The students were like ants crowded around the pizza box.

characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

"I can resist anything but temptation."

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After she left, the sun never shined again.

Snap, crackle, and pop are examples of this.

My mind is like a clamorous market-place.

A figure of speech is known as an idiom.

He was a tornado, blasting his way through the opposing team.

An example of a simile is:"I really do like ice cream"

"It happened out of the blue."

acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

A small crowd gathered to watch the concert.

Personification is when you make a strong exaggeration.

giving non-living objects the qualities of a living thing.