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metaphorical [ˌmetəˈfɒrɪkl, Am ˌmet̬əˈfɔ:r-] ADJ

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He can be seen as the metaphorical power behind the throne, keeping the enforcers in check.
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The term, derived from linguistics, is essentially a metaphorical one; it describes vases that are painted both in the black-figure and in the red-figure techniques.
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The term family was metaphorical, for they generally were not related by blood or marriage.
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These case markings are predictable for the most part, corresponding to the physical or metaphorical direction or location conveyed by each preposition.
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Columns and staircases were part of the artistic expression and it is believed that they served as metaphorical elements.
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The accident, aftermath and boat form the metaphorical journey to recovery detailed in his book.
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I keep my internal eye open for that other, metaphorical image that transcends illustration to achieve a wholeness of its own.
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As such, the words are representative of a metaphorical concept of something observed in the world.
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For these thinkers the world of senses was only something metaphorical.
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The timeline and geography of the narrative is left somewhat vague, as the tale is largely metaphorical and makes little attempt at historical accuracy.
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