What is figurative language?
Figurative Language

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes various techniques like similes, metaphors, and personification.
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What is an onomatopoeia?
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An onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents, such as 'buzz', 'pop', or 'sizzle'.
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What is a simile?
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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.
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What is a metaphor?
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting that one thing is another.
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What is hyperbole?
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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.
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What is a cliché?
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A cliché is an overused expression or idea that has lost its originality and impact.
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What is alliteration?
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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, often used in poetry and prose for effect.
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