Quote by J. M. Synge

Lord, confound this surly sister, blight her brow with blotch and blister, cramp her larynx, lung and liver, in her guts a galling give her.

Lord, confound this surly sister, blight her brow with blotc

Summary

This quote uses strong and vulgar language to express a desire for misfortune or punishment to befall somebody. It conveys a feeling of frustration or anger towards an unnamed person, potentially a sibling or someone with a difficult attitude. The speaker seeks the sister to be afflicted with physical ailments, implying a wish for suffering to teach her a lesson or to alleviate their own resentment. Overall, the quote showcases a venting of negative emotions through a harsh and vindictive tone.

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By J. M. Synge

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