Gad, sir, Churchill is right. The Govt. has evidently made an irrevocable decision to be guided by circumstances with a firm hand.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A government decision made under pressure is portrayed as firm and inevitable.
- In plain terms
- The government is stubbornly sticking to its course despite changing circumstances.
- What can you take from it?
- Political decisions often appear rigid once made.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is firmness always good?
- Who guides circumstances?
Another view
The tone may imply inflexibility rather than strength.
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