Easy as Pie

Complete these traditional comparisons, from pies to Punch.

Introduction

English has a number of traditional comparisons in the form ‘As ... as ...’. They include ‘As easy as pie’, meaning ‘very easy’. Complete the proverbial comparisons below with a suitable word. We have given some suggestions underneath; you may be able to think of others.

1. As ... as a brush.

2. As ... as day.

3. As ... as rain.

4. As ... as the nose on your face.

5. As ... as night.

6. As ... as a post.

Suggested Words (A-Z)

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