Which is an example of a metaphor?(1 point)

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The dusting of snow is frosting on the trees.
The dusting of snow is frosting on the trees.

The falling leaves move like gentle butterflies.
The falling leaves move like gentle butterflies.

The water was refreshing as a cool breeze.
The water was refreshing as a cool breeze.

The lazy cat is sleeping like a log.

Answer 1

The example of a metaphor is: The dusting of snow is frosting on the trees.

Metaphors directly compare one thing to another without using "like" or "as," whereas the other options use similes (which do employ "like" or "as").