Metaphors

My friend gave me the GREEN LIGHT

Permission

It is a GREY area

Situation or place that is unclear or lacks clear rules or boundaries

My father SAW RED

Became very angry

Children often FIGHT LIKE CATS AND DOGS

Argue or fight fiercely

Life is a long scary ROLLER COASTER

Life has ups and downs, fillers with excitement and fear

The sky was DARK AND ANGRY

The storm or turbulent sky is personified o reflect strong emotions

My legs TURNED TO WATER

Felt weak or scared to the point of being immobile

Many politicians are like SLY FOXES

Achevé their goals through manipulation or stealth

She gave me an ICY LOOK

A cold, unfriendly, disapproving expression

I have always been an EARLY BIRD

Someone who wakes up early and is active in the morning

He was a BEE

Being very hardworking and constantly engaged in tasks

She is PRETTY AS A PICTURE

Exceptionally beautiful, comparable to a picture

The woman SANG LIKE A BIRD

To have a beautiful voice, soothing much like a bird’s singing

Richard the LION-HEARTED

Being brave, fearless and strong leader

The United States is a MELTING POT

Blending of diverse cultures, ethnicities and traditions