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Sticks Stones Break Bones Phrase Response Insult Implying

Phrase/Idiom sticks and stones may break my bones
Definition This phrase is a response to an insult, implying that “you might be able to hurt me by physical force but not by insults”.
Example You are so stupid! Sticks and stones may break my bones…

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