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The quote uses dark humor to suggest that many personal troubles could be handled with extreme force rather than careful problem-solving. It frames violent exaggeration as a joking answer to frustration, not a serious recommendation. The line is meant to be ironic and provocative.
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Originally said in English.
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About Scott Adams
American cartoonist, author, and commentator
Scott Raymond Adams was an American cartoonist, author, and commentator. He is best known as the creator of the Dilbert comic strip, and for nonfiction writing that ranges across business, self-improvement, commentary, and satire. His work made him a familiar voice on office life and modern work culture, with Dilbert becoming his most widely recognized creation. Across his books and commentary, he wrote on practical business ideas, personal improvement, and satirical observations of everyday life.
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Books by Scott Adams
Stick to Drawing Comics, Monkey Brain!
2007
The Dilbert Principle
1996
Physics (Cliffs Quick Review)
2001