1. The child's laughter was like the tinkling of bells. (Comparing laughter to a sound)
2. He was as white as a sheet after hearing the news. (Comparing skin color to an object)
3. Her eyes sparkled like diamonds in the sunlight. (Comparing eyes to gemstones)
4. The wind howled like a wolf in the night. (Comparing wind to an animal)
5. He was as strong as an ox. (Comparing strength to an animal)
6. The cake was as sweet as honey. (Comparing sweetness to a substance)
7. The house was as quiet as a tomb. (Comparing quietness to a place)
8. The waves crashed against the shore like a thousand drums. (Comparing sound to an instrument)
9. She was as busy as a bee. (Comparing busyness to an insect)
10. His words were like daggers to her heart. (Comparing words to a weapon)