Categories: Comparisons
An example of a simile for a scientific concept used in popular culture:
"You cannot control your genes. They're like Millwall supporters in Benidorm."
(With apologies to Millwall F.C. supporters.)
From a 1996 episode ('George's Car') of the satirical newsroom comedy Drop the Dead Donkey.
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