Quote by Dilys Laing

Women receive he insults of men with tolerance, having been bitten in the nipple by their toothless gums.


Women receive he insults of men with tolerance, having been

Summary

This quote suggests that women endure the verbal insults or derogatory comments made by men with patience and endurance. The phrase "bitten in the nipple by their toothless gums" metaphorically illustrates how women have already experienced far worse and more painful situations. Despite being subjected to disrespect, women choose to tolerate such behavior due to their past encounters with greater difficulties.

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Men & Women
By Dilys Laing
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