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What does it mean?
The speaker claims his words carry secret danger that intimidates others.
In plain terms
My words are powerful and scare cowards.
What can you take from it?
Words can be used as weapons to intimidate.

Where it applies

  • rivalry
  • leadership
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • using rhetoric
  • building reputation

Questions to consider

  • When are words more powerful than fists?
  • Does fear make respect?

Another view

Intimidation breeds resentment.

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