* "The poet used figurative language, like metaphors and similes, to create vivid imagery." (This sentence clarifies that the poet used figurative language, meaning language that goes beyond literal meaning.)
* "Her statement about the economy was figurative, not a literal prediction." (This sentence emphasizes that the statement wasn't meant to be taken literally.)
* "The painting uses figurative elements, such as human figures and landscapes, to tell a story." (This sentence describes the artwork's use of figurative elements, as opposed to purely abstract elements.)
* "The author's use of figurative language is both powerful and evocative." (This sentence praises the author's use of figurative language for its impact.)
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