Quote by Duke of Alba Ferdinand Alvarez D
I have tamed men of iron in my day, shall I not easily crush these men of butter?
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This quote suggests that the speaker has successfully dealt with challenging situations in the past, symbolized by "men of iron." Consequently, the speaker feels confident in their ability to handle less formidable opponents, metaphorically referred to as "men of butter." The quote implies a sense of superiority and the belief that overcoming past difficulties has prepared the speaker to effortlessly conquer current or future obstacles.
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