Quote by J.K. Rowling

Knocking the shrieking goblins aside like skittles

Knocking the shrieking goblins aside like skittles

Summary

This quote describes a scene where someone effortlessly and easily overpowers a group of loud and chaotic creatures, symbolized as "shrieking goblins." The phrase "knocking the shrieking goblins aside like skittles" suggests that the person's actions were swift, powerful, and brushed off the goblins with minimal effort, just as a bowling ball would knock down skittles in a game. It emphasizes the person's dominance and ability to handle any obstacles in their path.

Topics

Deception/lying

By J.K. Rowling

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