Quote by Samuel Johnson

Treating your adversary with respect is giving him an advantage to which he is not entitled.

Treating your adversary with respect is giving him an advant

Summary

This quote suggests that showing respect to one's adversary is seen as granting them an unfair advantage that they don't deserve. It implies that by treating an adversary with respect, we may be putting ourselves at a disadvantage in a competitive or confrontational situation. The quote implies a mindset where viewing adversaries as unworthy of respect can be used as a strategy to maintain superiority and gain an upper hand.

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By Samuel Johnson

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