Quote by George Eliot

Blows are sarcasm's turned stupid.

Blows are sarcasm's turned stupid.

Summary

This quote suggests that sarcastic remarks or insults serve as a form of "blows" or attacks on others. However, the quote implies that sarcasm becomes foolish or ineffective when it lacks wit or intelligence. In other words, this serves as a reminder that using sarcasm without purpose or thoughtfulness only diminishes its impact and reveals the lack of depth or substance behind such remarks.

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Cynicism

By George Eliot

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