He's tough, ma'am,-tough is J. B.; tough and devilish sly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A character is described as being very tough and cunning.
- In plain terms
- This person is strong and tricky.
- What can you take from it?
- Strength often pairs with cunning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is toughness always good?
- What makes someone sly?
Another view
It is a brief sketch without deeper context.
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