Even at normal times Aunt Dahlia's map tended a little towards the crushed strawberry. But never had I seen it take on so pronounced a richness as now. She looked like a tomato struggling for self-expression.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Aunt Dahlia looks flushed and strained like a tomato trying to express itself.
- In plain terms
- She looks very red and unhappy.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical strain often shows emotional distress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does stress look like on a face?
- How do you comfort someone under pressure?
Another view
The comparison is exaggerated for comedic effect.
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