It's an imperfect analogy; I never wanted to get rid of Michael.

Well, maybe that there is an " imperfect analogy.

It is an imperfect analogy, in my opinion; after all, planets and suns are not otherwise alike as far as we can see.

He maintained that by an imperfect but compelling analogy, one could almost say they're purpose built to suit their essential function.

It is an imperfect analogy, in my opinion.

A common and imperfect analogy is often made to the European Union as an example of how states can cede sovereignty to create regional governance.

One imperfect but instructive analogy is civil disobedience.

However, this is an imperfect analogy.

It is an imperfect analogy, but one scene in the new novel struck me as reminiscent of Margaret Mitchell's classic.

The rogue had only an imperfect analogy: gentle as love.