What is a metaphor? Give an example.

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What is a simile? Give an example.
Why would an author use figurative language in a text?
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Answer 1

A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two things without using "like" or "as." Example: "Her heart is a stone."

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using "like" or "as." Example: "He eats like a pig."

An author would use figurative language in a text to add depth, evoke emotions, create vivid imagery, make a point in a memorable way, or engage the reader's imagination.