metaphor

A comparison between two unrelated things; does NOT use the words "like" or "as."

Note to all of the people out there who only think they understand grammar:
A comparison using "like" or "as" (definition #2) is a SIMILE.
A sentence used to express the relationship of words (definition #3) is an ANALOGY.

"America is a melting pot" is a metaphor.
"Life is like a box of chocolates" is a simile.
"Pink is to red as gray is to black" is an analogy.

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7th heaven

A state of mind people refer to when they are really happy and in a really good mood.

I just got asked out by the hottest guy in school! I'm in 7th heaven!!!

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ping pong

another word for table tennis

Ping pong, or table tennis, is a game for two to four people played on a table with a ball and small paddles.

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cloud 9

a feeling of extreme happiness or euphoria, feeling like you're floating on air. Also spelled "cloud nine."

Today was such a great day. I feel like I'm floating on cloud 9!

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