Can you give examples of metaphors?

Answer 1

# The teacher got to the bottom of the problem. (This implies that the teacher got to the source of the problem.) # My dad was boiling mad. (This implies that my dad was very, very angry.) # His idea was difficult to swallow. (This implies that his idea was hard to accept.) # The homework was a breeze. (This implies that the homework was very easy to do.) # They showered the birthday girl with gifts. (This implies that they gave the girl many gifts.) # My memory of the event is foggy. (This implies that my memory of what happened was unclear.) # Her dog, Jake, was the sunshine of her life. (This implies that Jake was the brightest or best part of her life.) # Mary stole the spotlight with her performance. (This implies that Mary's performance made her the center of attention.) # If I were you, I would steer clear of that topic. (This implies that you should stay away from that topic.) # After graduating from college, William decided to markethimself as a computer specialist. (This implies that William decided to present himself as a computer specialist when looking for a job.)