Similies

 
  • Similies compare things that are alike in some way.
  • There are some examples of similies that are most commonly used:
 
1.   as stubborn as a mule
2.   as good as gold
3.   as blind as a bat
4.   as brave as a lion
5.   as busy as a bee
6.   as steady as a rock
7.   as cool as a cucumber
8.   as sweet as honey
9.   as easy as ABC
10.   as faithful as a dog
11.   as fierce as a lion
12.   as graceful as a swan
13.   as hungry as a wolf
14.   as playful as a puppy
15.   as proud as a peacock
16.   as quick as lightning
17.   as slippery as an eel
18.   as slow as a tortoise
19.   as timid as a mouse
20.   as wide as the ocean
 
 
  • Following are the examples of the similies used in the sentences:
 
 
1.   Well, that went over like a lead balloon.
2.   They are as different as night and day.
3.   She is as thin as a rake.
4.   Last night, I slept like a log.
5.   This dress is perfect because it fits like a glove.
6.   They wore jeans, which made me stand out like a sore thumb.
7.   My love for you is as deep as the ocean.
8.   I am so thirsty that my throat is as dry as a bone.
9.   This contract is as solid as the ground we stand on.
10.   That guy is as nutty as a fruitcake.