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Analogy

/əˈnælədʒi/
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(noun) A relationship of resemblance or equivalence between two situations, people, or objects, especially when used as a basis for explanation or extrapolation.

I see no analogy between your problem and mine.
I don't understand the analogy.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She used a simple ____ to help the students understand the complex idea.

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