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Words Cut Swords Hurt People Weapons Opposite Sticks

Verbal communication can inflict deeper emotional wounds than physical harm.

Słowa mogą zranić ludzi bardziej niż broń.

Proverb Words cut more than swords.
Definition Words can hurt people more than weapons.
Note The opposite is: 'Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me.'

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