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Words By Anne Sexton Figurative Language

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Although there are many examples of figurative language in the poem, "Words" by Anne Sexton, one contrastingly stands out. Beginning in line twenty-four and continuing to the end of the poem, the narrator creates a direct metaphorical comparison of words and eggs. "Words and eggs must be handled with care / Once broken they are impossible / things to repair" (24-26). Through this metaphor, Sexton is able to express the depth, yet fragility of words; the comparison demonstrates the treasures words can hold when taken care of. However, just like eggs, words can also leave one person feeling broken and empty. This relates back to the theme of the entire poem in the sense that all words can be a blessing or a curse. Taking care of one's words can
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