What is figurative language?
Figurative language is when language is used to describe something that is different from its literal interpretation. When literal language is used, a writer is simply stating something as it is. Where as figurative language uses alterations or exaggerations to make a point. For example, a type of figurative language is a simile. A simile is when like or as is used to describe something as being similar to something else. eg. Natasha runs as fast as the wind.
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