Quote by John Green

It hurt, and that is not a euphemism. It hurt like a beating.

It hurt, and that is not a euphemism. It hurt like a beating

Summary

This quote conveys a strong sense of physical pain. The speaker emphasizes that the pain they experienced is not being described metaphorically but rather, it resembled being beaten up. It suggests a genuine and intense sensation of hurt, emphasizing the severity and intensity of their pain.

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Hurt Euphemism Beating

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