Which of the following sentences uses figurative language?

A majestic whale leapt skyward before diving back into the sea.

People like whales and often go on boat trips to watch them.

The whale was a missile blasting from beneath the surface.

We gasped as the whale splashed inches away from our boat.

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Jason Phillips

19 October, 10:44

Which of the following sentences uses figurative language?

A majestic whale leapt skyward before diving back into the sea.

People like whales and often go on boat trips to watch them.

The whale was a missile blasting from beneath the surface.

We gasped as the whale splashed inches away from our boat.

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Brett Hurley · Answer 1

The whale was a missile blasting from beneath the surface uses figurative language. This sentence is using a metaphor which is a comparison, similar to a simile without using like or as.

Xiomara Boone · Answer 2

Xiomara Boone 19 October, 11:47

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I think it's the third one.

Which of the following sentences uses figurative language?A majestic whale leapt skyward before diving back into the sea.People like whales and often go on boat trips to watch them.The whale was a missile blasting from beneath the surface.We gasped as the whale splashed inches away from our boat.