Quote by Sinclair Lewis

Pugnacity is a form of courage, but a very bad form.

Pugnacity is a form of courage, but a very bad form.

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This quote suggests that pugnacity, or a tendency to be aggressive and combative, is a kind of courage but one that is undesirable. It implies that while pugnacious individuals may exhibit a certain level of bravery by actively confronting opposing forces or challenges, their approach is misguided and ultimately counterproductive. This quote implies that there are better, more constructive forms of courage that do not rely on aggression.

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