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What are metaphors and similes?

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Simile-comparing two unlike things using like or as

Metaphor-comparing two unlike thing without using like or as

Examples of similes:AS strong AS a bull,easy AS pie,sweet LIKE honey

Examples of metaphors:My world is an empty place,And she is buying the stairway to heaven,If i cant see you my world is an empty place.

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Similes use like/as and are direct comparisons:

He is as strong as an ox.

Metaphors are more implied comparisons and don't use like/as.

He thundered around the house.

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mom is busy as a bee

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