Because of this quote, we see Macbeth as less loyal, and more ambitious. ... An important metaphor is used to describe where he will end up if he actually kills the king. ... Another important metaphor is used in the end of the soliloquy by relating a horse jumping over something to Macbeth. The quote states, "To prick the sides of my intent, but only vaulting ambition, which overleaps itself and falls on the other." ... These are two very important analogies that help see into Macbeth's character and develop him more closely. ...

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