metaphor

simple noun26 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8

A metaphor that works well and is easy to understand.

A metaphor that has a strong effect on people.

A metaphor that is exactly right for the context.

A metaphor that is very noticeable and memorable.

A metaphor that is very suitable for the situation.

The main or most important metaphor in a work.

A metaphor that is developed over several lines or throughout a work.

A metaphor that helps explain a concept effectively.

A metaphor that is very suitable and clever.

A combination of two or more incompatible metaphors.

A metaphor that uses visual imagery to represent something.

A metaphor that uses concepts of space (e.g., 'up', 'down').

A metaphor that uses concepts from music.

Used to say that a metaphor is effective.

Used when a metaphor brings an idea or feeling to mind.

Used when a metaphor stands for or symbolizes something.

Used when a metaphor explains or provides an image for something.

Used when a metaphor indirectly suggests something.

Used to indicate what the metaphor represents.

Used to describe the content or subject of the metaphor.

To utilize a metaphor to explain or describe something.

To continue using a metaphor over a longer piece of text.

To expand on a metaphor, adding more detail.

To use a metaphor in speech or writing.

To combine metaphors in a way that is confusing or illogical.

To call upon or refer to a metaphor to make a point.