make an allusion
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Definition & Meaning of "make an allusion"

to make an allusion
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to reference or mention something indirectly to add depth or meaning to a statement or conversation

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In her speech, she made an allusion to Shakespeare's famous line, " All the world's a stage. "
The author made an allusion to Greek mythology when describing the protagonist's Herculean strength.
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