hyperbole and the example

Hy guys, now I will sharing for you about hyperbole and the example of hyperbole. But before we know the examppe first, we should know what is hyperbole.. So, let's check it out..

make a point. It is like the opposite of “understatement.” It is from a Greek word meaning “excess.”
Hyperboles can be found in literature and oral communication. They would not be used in nonfiction works, like medical journals or research papers; but, they are perfect for fictional works, especially to add color to a character or humor to the story.
Hyperboles are comparisons, like similes and
metaphors , but are extravagant and even ridiculous.
A boring story can come to life or become comical with the use of a hyperbole. Some examples of hyperboles include:
Here are some common examples of hyperboles:
If used properly, a hyperbole can encourage consumers to buy products.
Marketing research from Roger J. Kreuz, PhD for the Military Personnel Research Science Workshop in June 2001 in Memphis TN, has shown that 75% of ads use at least one figure of speech. Examples of hyperboles in advertising include:
A great example of hyperbole in literature comes from Paul Bunyan’s opening remarks in the American folktale Babe, the Blue Ox:
Another example comes from "As I Walked Out One Evening" by W.H. Auden:
Following are some short hyperboles from literature:
Remember, hyperboles can be found in many sources including literature and oral communication. Look for these fun comparisons!
Hyperboles Add Excitement and Fun

A boring story can come to life or become comical with the use of a hyperbole. Some examples of hyperboles include:
Here are some common examples of hyperboles:
If used properly, a hyperbole can encourage consumers to buy products.
Marketing research from Roger J. Kreuz, PhD for the Military Personnel Research Science Workshop in June 2001 in Memphis TN, has shown that 75% of ads use at least one figure of speech. Examples of hyperboles in advertising include:
A great example of hyperbole in literature comes from Paul Bunyan’s opening remarks in the American folktale Babe, the Blue Ox:
Another example comes from "As I Walked Out One Evening" by W.H. Auden:
Following are some short hyperboles from literature:
Remember, hyperboles can be found in many sources including literature and oral communication. Look for these fun comparisons!
Hyperboles Add Excitement and Fun
“I’ve told you a million times”
“It was so cold, I saw polar bears wearing jackets”
“She is so dumb, she thinks Taco Bell is a Mexican phone company”

Here are some common examples of hyperboles:
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
I have a million things to do.
I had to walk 15 miles to school in the snow, uphill.
I had a ton of homework.
If I can’t buy that new game, I will die.
He is as skinny as a toothpick.
This car goes faster than the speed of light.
That new car costs a bazillion dollars.

A great example of hyperbole in literature comes from Paul Bunyan’s opening remarks in the American folktale Babe, the Blue Ox:
Another example comes from "As I Walked Out One Evening" by W.H. Auden:
Following are some short hyperboles from literature:
Remember, hyperboles can be found in many sources including literature and oral communication. Look for these fun comparisons!
Hyperboles Add Excitement and Fun
“I’ve told you a million times”
“It was so cold, I saw polar bears wearing jackets”
“She is so dumb, she thinks Taco Bell is a Mexican phone company”
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
I have a million things to do.
I had to walk 15 miles to school in the snow, uphill.
I had a ton of homework.
If I can’t buy that new game, I will die.
He is as skinny as a toothpick.
This car goes faster than the speed of light.
That new car costs a bazillion dollars.
We are so poor; we don’t have two cents to rub together.
That joke is so old, the last time I heard it I was riding on a dinosaur.
They ran like greased lightning.
He's got tons of money.
You could have knocked me over with a feather.
Her brain is the size of a pea.
He is older than the hills.

Hyperboles in Media and Literature
“adds amazing luster for infinite, mirror-like shine” (Brilliant Brunette shampoo)
“It doesn't get better than this” (Oscar Meyer)
“Well now, one winter it was so cold that all the geese flew backward and all the fish moved south and even the snow turned blue. Late at night, it got so frigid that all spoken words froze solid afore they could be heard. People had to wait until sunup to find out what folks were talking about the night before.”

That's all the explanation about hypeebole and the example. I hope that usefull.. Thank you.