This is an overview on how metaphors play a complex part of our lives. Throughout this paper I will discuss how metaphors can actually describe an event and make it sound more captivating than it really is by simply using a different variety of words. Time after time we hear metaphors and/or folklore to help us put in perspective things which are not explainable. We shall set out on a quest to explore the …showed first 75 words of 857 total…

…showed last 75 words of 857 total…an example for this exercise because it enabled me to express the finer moments of the vacation in a way that used different words not normally used to express certain things. The paper answers several questions on the role language plays in critical thinking. Language helps us all communicate and our ability to think critically will make us be more effective. This in fact is the key in being an effective communicator within our society.