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Ballet dance Quote by Mike Wells

“Kaito lurched forward, his opponent grabbing him an instant later, and both of them spun around the ring like two clumsy, obese ballet dancers, clawing at each other’s mawashis, trying to get purchase.” quote by Mike Wells
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““Kaito lurched forward, his opponent grabbing him an instant later, and both of them spun around the ring like two clumsy, obese ballet dancers, clawing at each other’s mawashis, trying to get purchase.””

Mike Wells

About This Quote

Source Short story: Fictional fight scene, published in anthology, 2015

The combat is described humorously, likening the fighters to awkward ballet dancers, emphasizing chaos and clumsiness.

In simple terms: The fight is chaotic and clumsy.

Key Takeaway

Find humor in intense moments.

Themes

humor conflict absurdity movement

Mood

playful ironic

Type

fictional descriptive

When to use this quote

  • sports competition
  • martial arts demonstration
  • theatrical performance
  • training sparring

Key Concepts

combat choreography comic exaggeration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humor change perception of conflict?
  • When is comic relief appropriate in tension?
A Different Perspective

Exaggeration may downplay real danger.

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