Some readers think that this metaphor suggests that each character perceives others as shadows or phantoms.

Jung's metaphor had suggested it long ago, although old Carl had never thought of it in physical terms.

"But if it's just another set, then my metaphor suggests a much worse possibility."

Such apt metaphors suggest that metallurgical processes were an important and generally understood feature of Nephite life.

The same metaphor suggested itself to Abramowitz, who shivered.

For travel writers, however, the metaphor suggests a serious problem.

"A metaphor," Gregory suggested, "to show that none living can have any idea of the rocks' origin."

Despite what the metaphor suggests, financial bubbles tend to lose their air gradually and unevenly.

The metaphor of the pulpit suggests not reading but oral and visual contact between the preacher and his flock.

Symbolist artists often used metaphors and symbols to suggest a subject and favored mystical themes.