Look, I'm not going to engage in a battle of wits with you. I never attack anyone who is unarmed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker refuses to argue with someone who lacks argumentative tools.
- In plain terms
- I won't fight wits with someone who can't defend themselves.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid battles where the other side is unprepared.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it fair to refuse to argue?
- When does silence help?
Another view
It could be used to dismiss valid criticism.
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