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Metaphors we live by

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This book explains that metaphors are structuring language but also our thoughts.

It shows tons of examples like “argument is war”. You can win an argument. Defend a position, etc…

Theses metaphors may change from one culture to another.

It reminds this (highly recommended) video from Douglas Hofstadter about categories.

Metaphors can be seen as a way for our brains to connect categories together.