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What is a conceit?

A. a word that appeals to the five senses
B. a lengthy or extended metaphor
C. a technique in which one line of poetry carries onto the next
D. a statement about an abstract idea

User Dom Barker
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I think the answer is b
User Haoliang
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Hey there!

Your answer is option B).
A conceit is a lengthy or extended metaphor.
A conceit also compares things that are NOT similar to each other.

Hope this helps you.
Have a great day!
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