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"If you wrestle a turkey, it will sh_t on your legs"

posted 9 years ago by Robin_Koeman
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What does that mean?

- Play with monkeys, put bananas in hidden places -

[–] vdipietro4 9 years ago

It's been awhile since I've seen the film, so I don't know the direct context in which the phrase was used. With this in mind; I'd say it means that picking a fight with something beneath you will only muddy your own character, or debase you in some way.

[–] mikeyg24 9 years ago

I think vidipie got it spot on. I don't remember the context though. When is it said and by who?

Hey! You're not old enough to drink! Now go and die for your country!!!