Quote by John Steinbeck

It has always been my private conviction that any man who puts his intelligence up against a fish and loses had it coming.

It has always been my private conviction that any man who pu

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that a person who fails to outsmart a fish shouldn't be surprised or feel disheartened. It implies that fish, being inherently less intelligent than humans, should not be a difficult opponent to outwit. The quote likely intends to bring lightness to situations where expectations are disproportionate or when individuals overestimate their capabilities.

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