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What is an example of a simile in sentence?

The child's laughter was like the tinkling of bells.

Explanation:

* Simile: A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as".

* Comparison: The child's laughter is being compared to the sound of bells.

* Words used: "like"

Here are some other examples of similes:

* Her eyes were as blue as the ocean.

* He was like a bull in a china shop.

* The cake was as light as a feather.

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