Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
Rugby is a good occasion for keeping thirty bullies far from the center of the city.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote humorously suggests rugby serves as a distraction for aggressive individuals away from urban life.
Oscar Wilde's quote about rugby cleverly highlights how sports can serve as a means to channel the energy of aggressive individuals, preventing potential disruptions in urban settings. By framing rugby as an occasion for keeping 'thirty bullies' occupied, Wilde underscores the idea that engaging in physical activities can divert negative behavior and foster camaraderie among participants.
Themes
RugbyHumorSportsAggressionCityBehavior
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community engagement, I might say, 'As Oscar Wilde humorously put it, rugby keeps bullies away from the city.'
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