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Quote by John Robinson
Honest to God touched a nerve.
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The phrase “Honest to God” struck a sensitive point and caused a strong reaction. “Touched a nerve” suggests that the words raised an issue people cared about deeply or found uncomfortable.
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- The Harvard Crimson
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