metaphorically
adv
Graduate
1
In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor.
2
Used to draw attention that what follows is a metaphor, not to be taken literally
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing