King using the phrase "flight's ground crew" refers to the people who have sacrificed a lot to make the freedom movement take flight. They are the people who have given their all but are not recognized for their sacrifices.
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Answer:
A metaphor Is a comparison without using like or as.
Explanation:
For example, put the thing that does the killing between your lips, but you don't give it the power to kill you.
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