~ように (like, as if)

grammar

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The pattern ~ように in its adverbial simile use — 'like X, as if X, in the manner of X.' Modifies a verb to convey how an action is performed. 鳥のように飛ぶ ('fly like a bird'), 子供のように笑う ('laugh like a child'), 知らないように振る舞う ('act as if not knowing'). Distinct from ~ように in its purpose use ('so that X happens'), its admonition use (sentence-final directive), and its relayed-instruction use (with verbs of communication).

5 sentences

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The train glided out of the station.

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She answered angrily, as if spitting the words out.

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She speaks English just like a native.

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She talked about Paris as if she'd been there many times.

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She looked at my face as if she were angry.

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