B. The fish I caught was the biggest in the world.
This sentence is an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the size of the fish beyond any realistic measure.
Which of these sentences is an example of hyperbole?
A. The boat overturned, and we all fell into the water; it wasn't the best trip.
B. The fish I caught was the biggest in the world.
C. I like to catch fish and get my clothes all smelly.
D. Our boat was one of the best boats on the river.
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