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It would cost you a groaning to take off my edge.

“It would cost you a groaning to take off my edge.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““It would cost you a groaning to take off my edge.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character warns that challenging them will cause great pain.

In simple terms: Opposing me will hurt you.

Key Takeaway

Think before confronting powerful opponents.

Themes

conflict power warning

Mood

cautionary dramatic

Type

literary dramatic

When to use this quote

  • political negotiations
  • legal disputes
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

authority consequence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the costs of defying authority?
  • When is it worth the risk?
A Different Perspective

May be hyperbolic.

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