For the female of the species is more deadly than the male.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that female creatures, such as animals or people, can be more dangerous or powerful than the males of the same species. This might be because the females have to protect their young or fight for resources to survive. The quote is saying that sometimes the females are tougher, smarter, or more aggressive than the males, which can make them more deadly or threatening.
About Rudyard Kipling
Rudyard Kipling was a renowned English writer who was born in British India and is best known for his Jungle Book series, short stories, and poems. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907, becoming the first English-language writer to receive the prestigious honor.
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An ounce of mother is worth a pound of clergy.
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