Metaphorically Meaning in English
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Definition
In a way that uses a metaphor, or when you are speaking about something symbolically rather than literally.
Usage & Nuances
'Metaphorically' is often used to clarify that you are not speaking literally; it is formal/academic. Commonly appears before or after statements that use metaphor. Don't confuse with 'literally', which means the exact, real way.
Example Sentences
She spoke metaphorically about her struggles as climbing a mountain.
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When I say my head exploded, I mean it metaphorically.
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He described his busy day metaphorically as 'running a marathon'.
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Metaphorically speaking, you need to plant seeds today if you want to harvest results later.
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I'm drowning in work—metaphorically, of course!
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You burned the midnight oil again, metaphorically chasing your dreams.
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