the tongue wounds more than a lance
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Insults and offensive speech hurt more than physical injuries.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “the tongue wounds more than a lance” mean?
Insults and offensive speech hurt more than physical injuries.
Is “the tongue wounds more than a lance” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.