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Default What is the term used for words: like, as
in describing something. For example. He was as tall as a tree.

Isnt there a term for that?
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Default Re: What is the term used for words: like, as
A simile.
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A simile.
THANK YOU! It was driving me nuts last night trying to think of it.
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