Flower Idioms

Flower Idioms

Spring has finally arrived, and what could better symbolize the season than flowers? If you have other ideas, we’d love to hear them! In the meantime, we’re excited to share an article inspired by flowers and the charming English idioms they’ve inspired.

Let’s take a moment to stop and smell the roses while learning some delightful expressions.
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Simile & the Craft of Comparison

Simile & the Craft of Comparison

A simile /ˈsɪmɪli/ is an expression that compares one thing to another, always including the words “as” or “like” (e.g., as brave as a lion, bright like a star). It can also refer to the use of such expressions. Similes create vivid imagery, clarify meaning, and add emotional depth to writing or speech. Let’s explore some of the most common similes in English and get the hang of this wonderful figure of speech.

Is the pie really as easy as pie?
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