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12:29 Mar 12, 2023 |
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5 +2 | his words cut deeper than a knife / spoke quite frankly |
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4 | his words like a sword |
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4 | His words were like sticks and stones |
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his words cut deeper than a knife / spoke quite frankly Explanation: ... -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 29 mins (2023-03-12 12:59:15 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- Words cut deeper than a knife: Her words are so sharp or hurtful that they can hurt your feelings and cause emotional pain. https://byjus.com/question-answer/tap-the-correct-meaning-of... Speaking quite frankly: A phrase used to indicate that one is about to speak in a more straightforward or candid manner. Nancy's a nice person and all, but, speaking quite frankly, her outfit is hideous. Speaking quite frankly, you need to be more responsible with your finances. https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/speaking quite frankly |
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