Moon shines like a silver coin.

Meaning: The moon shines in the night sky just like a silver coin shines when you hold it in your hand.

Choice of Words: Moon is the natural satellite of Earth, reflecting sunlight. Shines means to emit light. Silver is a precious metal with a bright, reflective surface. Coin is a small, flat piece of metal used as money. The simile "shines like a silver coin" compares the way the moon reflects sunlight to the shiny surface of a silver coin.

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