Figuratively

(adv.) in a figurative sense; 'figuratively speaking,...'.

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• Sometimes (figuratively) he foamed at the mouth when the reins were drawn very tight. 夏洛蒂·勃朗特. 雪莉.
• Do you mean literally or figuratively? 简·奥斯汀. 曼斯菲尔德庄园.
• Show her a man in a blue jacket, and, figuratively speaking, she pinned him instantly. 查尔斯·狄更斯. 我们共同的朋友.
• Neither could he offer Jo his hand, except figuratively, for both were full. 路易莎·梅·奥尔科特. 小妇人.
• John went to one window, unfolded his paper, and wrapped himself in it, figuratively speaking. 路易莎·梅·奥尔科特. 小妇人.

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