Quote by Oliver Goldsmith

There is no arguing with him, for if his pistol misses fire, he knocks you down with the butt end of it.

There is no arguing with him, for if his pistol misses fire,

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that the person being described is unreasonable and aggressive. They possess both physical force, in the form of a pistol, as well as a willingness to use it to assert their dominance. It suggests that arguing or presenting a counterpoint to them would be futile, as they resort to violence if challenged. The quote portrays this individual as someone to be feared and avoided, emphasizing their destructive nature and resistance to rational discussion.

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Argument & Debate

By Oliver Goldsmith

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