Here's why:
* Hyperbole is a figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect. It is not meant to be taken literally but rather to create a strong impression.
Examples of Hyperbole:
* "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."
* "I told you a million times to clean your room!"
* "My backpack weighs a ton."
Let me know if you'd like to explore other rhetorical devices!