The phrase
"mixed metaphors" refers to using different metaphors that don't fit well together in a sentence or phrase. It's like combining two different comparisons that are unrelated, which can create confusion or make the meaning unclear.
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Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«mixed»
«metaphor»
Sentences with «mixed metaphors»
- If I may offer an observation, you've used a very mixed metaphor in your article. (remonline.com)
- It turned out to be a bite larger than he could chew, to continue mixing the metaphor. (judithcurry.com)
- My favorite example of mixed metaphors in church is the one in which the pastor, after a laborious explanation of what a modern interpretation of girding one's loins might be and why, shouted that we all, needed to lift up our skirts and let Jesus go all the way. (religion-online.org)
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