Once upon a time…

What is an ALLEGORY

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Definition 

An allegory is an extended metaphor, especially a story in which fictional characters and actions are used to understand and express aspects of concepts relating to human existence.

So, it’s a metaphor…

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…a reeaallly loooong metaphor that a story is based on.

Not a little bit…

…but a lot a bit!

How could he just dump me for another girl!?

We use them to clarify or teach lessons about life and human nature.

Let me tell you a story…