Quote by Quintus Curtius Rufus

A cowardly cur barks more fiercely than it bites.

A cowardly cur barks more fiercely than it bites.

Summary

This quote is about the difference between appearances and reality. It suggests that someone who presents themselves as brave and tough, but lacks true courage, tends to talk and boast loudly but rarely takes meaningful action. Although they may appear intimidating, the quote reveals that their bark is just a faÃ§ade, and they are unlikely to follow up with any real bite or action to support their claims.

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Cowardice/weakness

By Quintus Curtius Rufus

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