Unit 9: Similes Flashcards
1
Q
as thin as rake
A
extremely thin
2
Q
as smooth as silk
A
extremely smooth
3
Q
as bright as a button
A
extremely clever
4
Q
as fresh as a daisy
A
extremely fresh and full of energy
5
Q
run like the wind
A
run extremely fast
6
Q
drive like a maniac
A
drive fast and badly
7
Q
fit like a glove
A
fit extremely well
8
Q
as clear as crystal
A
very clearly
9
Q
as poor as a church mouse
A
very poor
10
Q
as silent as the grave
A
totally silent
11
Q
as dry as a bone
A
extremely dry/thirsty
12
Q
as dry as dust
A
extremely boring
13
Q
as red as a beetroot
A
have a red face because you are embarrassed
14
Q
as keen as mustard
A
very eager and interested in everything
