example: I was so tired that could have fallen asleep standing up.This sentence is an example of figurative language, specifically a hyperbole.It is a hyperbole because it is an exaggeration. While I was extremely tired and could have easily fallen asleep, it was an exaggeration that could I actually fall asleep while standing up.

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example: I was so tired that could have fallen asleep standing up.This sentence is an example of figurative language, specifically a hyperbole.It is a hyperbole because it is an exaggeration. While I was extremely tired and could have easily fallen asleep, it was an exaggeration that could I actually fall asleep while standing up.

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Some additional examples of hyperbole are:

1. "I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse!"
2. "She's as skinny as a toothpick!"
3. "I've told you a million times to clean your room!"
4. "This backpack weighs a ton!"
5. "He's as tall as a skyscraper!"

All of these sentences use exaggeration to emphasize a point or create a vivid image in the reader's mind. They are not meant to be taken literally, but rather to convey strong emotions or make a statement more memorable.