Stars twinkle like fireflies at night.

Meaning: The stars in the sky shine and flicker just like fireflies do on a summer night.

Choice of Words: Stars are celestial bodies that emit light. Twinkle means to shine with a flickering light. Fireflies are insects that produce light. Night is the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise. Comparing stars to fireflies emphasizes their twinkling nature and their presence in the night sky.

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