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A bumper of good liquor will end a contest quicker than justice, judge, or vicar
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"A bumper of good liquor will end a contest quicker than justice, judge, or vicar"

- Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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This quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is an amusing method of stating that bribery can be more efficient than any other type of resolution. He is recommending that using someone a "bumper of great liquor" (a big amount of alcohol) can be a more effective way of ending a disagreement than counting on the justice system, a judge, or a vicar (a religious figure). This quote indicates that bribery can be a powerful tool in solving conflicts, which it can be more reliable than any other form of resolution. It also suggests that people can be easily swayed by the pledge of a benefit, which bribery can be a more effective method of getting what you desire. Eventually, this quote is an amusing method of highlighting the power of bribery and the capacity of bribery to fix disputes.

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Richard Brinsley Sheridan This quote is written / told by Richard Brinsley Sheridan between October 30, 1751 and July 7, 1816. He was a famous Playwright from Ireland. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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