What is an example of a metaphor that explicit?

It's a bit of a paradox to have an "explicit" metaphor, since metaphors are by nature implicit comparisons.

Here's the breakdown:

* Metaphor: A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using words like "like" or "as." It creates a vivid image by suggesting the shared qualities of the two things.

* Explicit: Stating something directly and clearly, leaving no room for interpretation.

Therefore, an "explicit metaphor" would essentially be a simile, where you *explicitly* state the comparison using "like" or "as."

Example:

* Metaphor (implicit): "The city was a jungle, full of dangers and hidden beasts." (The comparison between the city and a jungle is implied, but not directly stated.)

* Simile (explicit): "The city was like a jungle, full of dangers and hidden beasts." (The comparison is explicitly stated with the word "like".)

So, while you can't have a truly "explicit" metaphor, you can have a simile that functions similarly, explicitly drawing a comparison between two things.