Violent letter
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It was known where Strickland was staying. His partner, in a violent letter, sent to his bank, had taunted him with hiding his whereabouts: and Strickland, in a cynical and humourous reply, had told his partner exactly where to find him. He was apparently living in an Hotel.
The Moon and Sixpence by W. Somerset Maugham
Could you explain the meaning of “violent” here? Does it mean his partner threatened Strickland in the letter?
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Does it mean his partner threatened Strickland in the letter? Possibly. Here's a dictionary definition that fits this usage of the word violent .
- Does it mean his partner threatened Strickland in the letter?
- Possibly.
- Here's a dictionary definition that fits this usage of the word violent .
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Does it mean his partner threatened Strickland in the letter? Possibly.
Here's a dictionary definition that fits this usage of the word violent.
: notably forceful, furious, or vehement
eg a violent argument
eg a violent denunciation
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