Meaning of the word "a goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw" in English
What does "a goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw
US /ə ɡuːs kwɪl ɪz mɔːr ˈdeɪndʒərəs ðæn ə ˈlaɪənz klɔː/
UK /ə ɡuːs kwɪl ɪz mɔː ˈdeɪndʒərəs ðæn ə ˈlaɪənz klɔː/
Idiom
the written word can cause more harm or have a more lasting impact than physical violence
Example:
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The politician learned that a goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw after the scandal broke in the papers.
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Be careful what you publish; remember, a goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw.