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Meanings of metaphorical in anglès

Expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another.

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Usage of metaphorical in anglès
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That said; don't expect all the metaphorical pieces to fall into place.
The South African
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It may actually be a good idea to take the metaphorical plunge!
The South African
3
A very recent stumbling block could actually get the metaphorical green light!
The South African
4
Tomorrow's new moon may well bring additional influence to the metaphorical table!
The South African
5
They explore hallucinations for metaphorical insights to help them process unresolved experiences.
Wired
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However, this is both a metaphorical and literal drop in the ocean.
The South African
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It may be a question of making just a few metaphorical tweaks!
The South African
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Therefore all these names are applied to God in a metaphorical sense.
Summa Theologica, Part I (Prima Pars) / From the Complete Americ...
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It was no metaphorical, but an actual, wrestling with a tangible enemy.
The Life of John Bunyan
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It's not a day to test the metaphorical waters on any front.
The South African
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But the real reason is the lack of a metaphorical Kenny Williams.
NY Magazine
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Colette writes passionately against both the literal and metaphorical caging of nature.
The Guardian
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The reference to Himavat, therefore, is explained by the commentator as metaphorical.
The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 / Books 8,...
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The pristine glossy finish casts a metaphorical veneer over the subjects themselves.
The Irish Times
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Peter has been suffering from AIDS, and their departure lounge is metaphorical.
The Irish Times
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But everything we say is metaphorical if we choose to be captious.
Essays on Life, Art and Science
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Metaphorical through the time
Metaphorical across language varieties
South Africa
Common
Ireland
Less common
United Kingdom
Rare
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