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Figures of Speech | Literary Devices

Figures of speech are a way to express an idea or feeling using language that does not literally represent the meaning. They are often used in poetry, but they…
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Sentences with Figurative Language Example Of Simile, Literary Devices, Figure Of Speech, Hyperbole, Learn English Grammar, Good Student, Figurative Language, Feeling Alone, Metaphor
Example Of Simile
Literary Devices
Figure Of Speech
Hyperbole
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Good Student
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Feeling Alone
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Unleash your creativity by incorporating figurative language into your writing and express yourself like never before.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Sentences with Figurative Language Simile, Writing Skills, Best Dad
Simile
Writing Skills
Best Dad
Explore the nuances of figurative language and take your writing to the next level.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Sentences with Figurative Language English Phrases, English Lessons, Similes And Metaphors, Essay Writing Skills, Emotions
English Phrases
English Lessons
Similes And Metaphors
Essay Writing Skills
Emotions
Elevate your prose with the use of figurative language and impress your readers.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Sentences with Figurative Language Imaginative Writing, Letter I, Make Me Happy
Imaginative Writing
Letter I
Make Me Happy
Learn the power of similes, metaphors, and other figures of speech in conveying complex ideas.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Sentences with Figurative Language English Idioms, Puns
English Idioms
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Discover how to use figurative language to add depth and creativity to your writing.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Metaphor Examples for Kids Writing Metaphors, Metaphor List, Word Choice, Wedding Hair Inspiration, English Language Learning
Writing Metaphors
Metaphor List
Word Choice
Wedding Hair Inspiration
English Language Learning
Metaphor Examples for Kids
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Oxymoron Examples, (oxymoron in literature) Writing Lessons, Art Lessons, Open Secrets, Oxymoron, Potty Mouth
Writing Lessons
Art Lessons
Open Secrets
Oxymoron
Potty Mouth
What is oxymoron? An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two words with opposing meanings are used together; for example, very unique. For example, open secret, potty mouth.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Examples of apostrophe in Literature John Donne, Curtain Call, Prentice
John Donne
Curtain Call
Prentice
Examples of Apostrophe in Literature
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Metonymy Examples Study English Language, English Vocabulary Words, English Study, Smooth Tongue
Study English Language
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English Study
Smooth Tongue
Metonymy Examples Some common examples of metonymy.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
What are figures of speech English Writing Skills, English Language, Ethos Pathos Logos, Middle School Grammar, Rhetorical Device, Esl Reading, Ela Teacher
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English Language
Ethos Pathos Logos
Middle School Grammar
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Ela Teacher
What are figures of speech? Figures of speech are defined as rhetorical devices that skillfully combine literal and non-literal language and enhance and add color to our writings.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Onomatopoeia Example Sentences Writing Poems, Book Writing Tips, English Sentences, Help Teaching, Teaching Writing
Writing Poems
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Onomatopoeia Example Sentences
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Personification Examples Grammar Help, Teaching English Grammar, Language Arts, Example Of Poem, Teaching Sentences, Teaching
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Teaching English Grammar
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Teaching Sentences
Teaching
Personification Examples Personification is a common form of metaphor in that human qualities are given to nonhuman things. It is a literary device found in the literature.
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Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Figures of Speech List English Grammar Notes, In Writing, Writing Tips, English English
English Grammar Notes
In Writing
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English English
Figures of Speech List Figures of speech are the words or phrases that are not used in their literal meaning. We use deviation of words to increase their effectiveness.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Simile and Metaphor Examples Writing Advice, Learn English, Writing Songs, Gcse English, Grammar Book
Writing Advice
Learn English
Writing Songs
Gcse English
Grammar Book
Simile and Metaphor Examples (50 Sentences) Similes and metaphors are two types of figurative language that use comparison to create a vivid image in the mind of the reader. Figurative language is often used in poetry since it helps readers experience an event or feeling.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Metaphor and Simile Worksheet English Metaphors, 1st Grade Math Worksheets, Vocabulary Worksheets, Free Worksheets, English Worksheets For Kids, English Lessons For Kids, Picture Comprehension, Reading Comprehension
English Metaphors
1st Grade Math Worksheets
Vocabulary Worksheets
Free Worksheets
English Worksheets For Kids
English Lessons For Kids
Picture Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Metaphor and Simile Worksheet These are free worksheets of simile and metaphor. You can see the answers in the blog post.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Alliteration Examples English Writing, English Book, English Literature, English Class, Teaching Math
English Writing
English Book
English Literature
English Class
Teaching Math
Alliteration Examples (35 sentences) Alliteration is a type of literary device that uses the repetition of similar consonant sounds in closely packed phrases.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Four Modes of Discourse Discourse can be described as the exchange and circulation of ideas amongst those who have different views or opinions, regardless of their social standing. It can also be viewed as a form of written or spoken communication which aims to persuade others to accept or promote one’s point of view. Guided Reading Activities, Reading Strategies, Reading Skills, Writing Activities, Teaching Resources, Classroom Resources
Guided Reading Activities
Reading Strategies
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Classroom Resources
Four Modes of Discourse
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English Grammar
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Vignette Examples (Literary Devices) Vignette is a French word that translates to "little vine" and in literature, the vignette is a brief story that focuses on one moment or event. A vignette often describes an object or person's appearance or action. The term came about in the 1600s and was largely used by artists who would create small paintings of people, objects, scenes from nature, etc., as they were called "vignettes." Ernest Hemingway Short Stories, French Words, Character Development
Ernest Hemingway Short Stories
French Words
Character Development
Vignette Examples (Literary Devices)
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Subjective Literature (Types of Subjective Poetry) Types Of Poems, Rhyme Scheme, Elegy, Short Poems
Types Of Poems
Rhyme Scheme
Elegy
Short Poems
Subjective Literature (Types of Subjective Poetry)
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Juxtaposition Examples in Literature Dying Of The Light, Light In The Dark, Literary Elements, Alliteration, High School English
Dying Of The Light
Light In The Dark
Literary Elements
Alliteration
High School English
Juxtaposition Examples in Literature What is juxtaposition? The placement of two or more ideas and places side by side, to highlight the contrast between them is called juxtaposition.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Free Verse Poetry Examples Free Verse Poetry Examples, Teaching Free Verse Poetry, Writing Resources
Free Verse Poetry Examples
Teaching Free Verse Poetry
Writing Resources
Free Verse Poetry Examples
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Anaphora Examples, Functions & Use in Poetry 7th Grade Ela, Fourth Grade, English Literature Notes, Learning English, Literary Technique, University Tips, Prose Poetry
7th Grade Ela
Fourth Grade
English Literature Notes
Learning English
Literary Technique
University Tips
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Anaphora Examples, Functions & Use in Poetry
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Synecdoche Examples Chelsea Football Team, Ad Hominem, The Orator, Feeling Sick
Chelsea Football Team
Ad Hominem
The Orator
Feeling Sick
Synecdoche Examples in Literature (Literary Devices) This post contains some common examples of synechdoche and some examples from literature.
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
What is a Cliché? (Examples in Literature & Sentences) French Phrases, English Vocabulary, Phrase Meaning, Cant Live Without You, Time Heals
French Phrases
English Vocabulary
Phrase Meaning
Cant Live Without You
Time Heals
What is a Cliché? (Examples in Literature & Sentences)
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices
Biography in Literature (Literary Devices) Language Teaching, Literary Devices Activities, Teachings, Book Quotes
Language Teaching
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Teachings
Book Quotes
Biography in Literature (Literary Devices)
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English Grammar
Figures of Speech | Literary Devices