The stars twinkled like fireflies in the summer sky.

Meaning: The stars in the sky shone brightly, resembling fireflies flying in the warm summer air.

Choice of Words: Stars are celestial bodies that emit light. Twinkled means to shine with a flickering light. Fireflies are small insects that produce light. Summer is the warmest season of the year. Sky is the area above the earth.

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