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    False Analogy

    Also known as: Weak Analogy

    Definition:

    Treating two things as sufficiently alike when the relevant differences undermine the comparison.

    Example:

    Employees are like nails: just as nails need to be hit to work, employees need harsh treatment.

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    How to Think Using Analogies

    Phil McKinney · EN

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