Figurative language takes many different forms in linguistics and literature. A simile is a comparison of two things using the words like or as. A metaphor is a more direct comparison of two things.
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Some spice substitutions include cinnamon or nutmeg for allspice, fennel seed for aniseed, ginger for cardamom, saffron for turmeric, and chili powder for cumin. Cinnamon can be a substitute for allspice, cloves, ginger, mace and nutmeg.