Sure! Here are the definitions of the figurative language types along with examples that match each type:
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Metaphor: A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things, stating that one is the other.
- Example: "Time is a thief."
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Simile: A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.
- Example: "Her smile was like the sun."
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Personification: Giving human characteristics to non-human things.
- Example: "The wind whispered through the trees."
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Extended Metaphor: A metaphor that is developed over several lines or throughout a work.
- Example: "Life is a journey, with its ups and downs, twists and turns, and unexpected detours."
You can match these examples accordingly. If you have specific examples that you need to sort, feel free to share them!