metaphor
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Hansen uses this as a metaphor for the “To Catch a Predator” conceit.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026
The royals are depicted as the type of children who come round, break your toys and then disappear, in what might be an extended metaphor for how he saw Diana's story.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
It’s an apt metaphor for Europe’s mental condition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
Maybe it’s a metaphor, but more likely, it is just a song about her underwear.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Nelson paused for a long time to wipe the ash from his face and puzzle over the metaphor of accessories and outfits.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
The movie’s metaphors are mixed; its sense of purpose is poetic and assured.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
CEOs sometimes use sports metaphors but stars can dominate those teams.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
"Game changer" is the i Paper's verdict as "Europe tackles Infantino" – continuing with the football metaphors.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
As horror metaphors go, this malediction is one we know all too well.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2026
At that age, fairy tales were dark, simple things, their hidden metaphors worn down so that they fit comfortably in a child’s grasping hands.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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