Fireflies blinked like tiny lanterns in the dusk.

Meaning: Fireflies were flying around in the dim light of the evening, their lights resembling small lanterns.

Choice of Words: Fireflies are small, winged insects that emit light. Blinked means to open and close the eyes quickly. Like is used to compare two things. Tiny means very small in size. Lanterns are devices used to provide light. Dusk is the time of day just after sunset.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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