In this soliloquy, Juliet compares the night to a cloak that hides her from the world and allows her to escape from her troubles. She says that the night is "black" and "hideous," but also "gentle" and "kind." This extended metaphor reflects Juliet's own conflicted feelings about her situation. She is both afraid of the future and excited about the prospect of being with Romeo.
"A glooming peace this morning with it brings;
The sun for sorrow will not show his head:
Go hence, to have more talk of these sad things;
Some shall be pardoned, and some punished:
For never was a story of more woe
Than this of Juliet and her Romeo."
Here, the Prince is comparing the peace that has settled over Verona to a gloomy cloak. He says that the sun is hiding its head in sorrow, and that there will be more talk of sad things to come. The metaphor of the cloak suggests that the city is shrouded in grief and darkness, reflecting the tragic events that have taken place.
Romeo's "star-crossed lovers" speech (Act 4, Scene 1)
This speech occurs a night before Romeo is sent to meet Friar Lawerence about the Juliet's fake death plan.
In this speech, Romeo uses an extended metaphor to compare his and Juliet's love to two stars that are crossed by fate. He says that they are "star-crossed," meaning that they are destined to be together, but also doomed to tragedy. This metaphor reflects Romeo's belief that his love for Juliet is both beautiful and dangerous.
"My dear love shall be my Juliet," Romeo says (Line 118), expressing his undying dedication.
Overall, these extended metaphors help to create a rich and complex understanding of the characters and their situations. They also add to the play's overall sense of tragedy and doom.