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Day: Aug 26, 2023

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Toru Aug 26, 2023Jan 01, 2024 cat, cornered mouse, desperate situation, fight back, kyūso neko wo kamu, lesson, opponent, proverb, strength difference, to bite

Kyūso Neko wo Kamu (窮鼠猫を噛む – A Cornered Mouse Bites a Cat)

Kyūso Neko wo Kamu 窮鼠猫を噛む When the weak are pushed into a desperate situation, they may fight back against the Read More

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