Sparks flew like fireflies in the summer breeze.

Meaning: The small, hot pieces of metal or burning material moved quickly through the air like the small, flying insects that produce light in the gentle wind during the warm season.

Choice of Words: Sparks are small, hot pieces of metal or burning material that fly through the air. Flew means to move quickly through the air. Like is used to compare two things. Fireflies are small, flying insects that produce light. Summer is the warm season between spring and autumn. Breeze is a gentle wind.

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