Simple: The puppeteer expertly manipulated the marionette, making it dance across the stage.
Figurative: His emotions felt like a marionette, controlled by the whims of his boss.
Descriptive: The intricate details of the marionette, from its embroidered clothes to its painted face, were a testament to the artisan's skill.
Humorous: After a long day, I felt like a marionette with strings pulled in every direction.
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