1. The octopus guards its eggs like rare gems.
The octopus's eggs are being compared to rare gems.
The speaker is really saying that...
The octopus protects its eggs very carefully and values them highly.
2. The waves were as rough as sandpaper.
The waves are being compared to sandpaper.
The speaker is really saying that...
The waves were very harsh, abrasive, and uncomfortable to touch or experience.
3. The shark struck its prey like a lightning bolt.
The shark's strike is being compared to a lightning bolt.
The speaker is really saying that...
The shark attacked with incredible speed, suddenness, and force.
4. The algae covered the rocks like a snug green blanket.
The algae covering the rocks is being compared to a snug green blanket.
The speaker is really saying that...
The algae lay thickly and evenly over the rocks, completely covering them in a cozy, soft-looking layer.
5. Tonight, the ocean is as quiet as a library.
The ocean is being compared to a library.
The speaker is really saying that...
The ocean is extremely calm and silent, with no noise or disturbance.
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