= Figurative analogy
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A figurative analogy is a type of comparison that highlights similarities between two different concepts or ideas by using figurative language. It is often employed to clarify complex ideas or make them more relatable by drawing parallels to more familiar experiences or objects. For example, saying "Life is a journey" is a figurative analogy where life is compared to a journey, suggesting that it involves progress, challenges, and experiences along the way.
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