Frank J. Wilstach, comp. A Dictionary of Similes. 1916.

James Puckle

Adventures are like leaps in hunting,—they bring you into the chase sooner, but may chance to cost you a fall.

Hide closer than Rachel did her father’s images.

Droop like the trees in October.

Nimbly as juggler’s balls from cup to cup.

Peevish as a sick monkey.