Sentences with METONYMICALLY
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"He referred to the entire team metonymically as 'the jersey'."
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"The crown is used metonymically to represent the monarchy."
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"The phrase 'big screen' is often used metonymically to refer to the film industry."
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"The word 'White House' can be used metonymically to mean the U.S. government."
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"In literature, the pen is often used metonymically to represent writing."
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"The podium is used metonymically to refer to the speaker."
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"The phrase 'crown' can be used metonymically to describe royalty or power."
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"The word 'Hollywood' is often used metonymically to represent the American film industry."
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"The word 'wallet' can be used metonymically to mean money or wealth."
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"In politics, the phrase 'Capitol Hill' is used metonymically for the U.S. Congress."
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"The phrase 'brass' can be used metonymically to refer to high-ranking military officers."
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"The phrase 'suit' is often used metonymically to mean a businessperson."
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"The phrase 'stage' can be used metonymically to refer to the theater industry."
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"The word 'press' is often used metonymically to describe journalists and news organizations."
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"In sports, the phrase 'silverware' is used metonymically to represent trophies or awards."
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"The term 'bigwig' can be used metonymically to describe an important or influential person."
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"The word 'sweat' is often used metonymically to mean hard work or effort."
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"In economics, the phrase 'Wall Street' is used metonymically to refer to the U.S. financial industry."
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"The term 'mic' can be used metonymically to mean a microphone."
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"The phrase 'canvas' is often used metonymically to represent the world of painting."
