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Is the term “chink in his armor” racist?
Is the term “chink in his armor” racist?
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Chink merely means ‘gap’, and it would make a knight wearing armour vulnerable, as an arrow or sword could get through the chink. That is equated with a person’s weakness, like an Achilles’ Heel.
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A few days ago
No. The chink is referring to this:
Chink–a narrow opening as e.g. between planks in a wall.
NOT any person of chinese descent.
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A few days ago
No it isnt anywhere near racist.
It refers to a fault in someone.
he has a chink in his armor – a dent!! A flaw!!
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No. It means a weakness (in what he uses to protect himself). Probably it’s referring to a weakness in his usually strong demeanour.
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A few days ago
Oh Bill, never thought of that one – I must be more careful
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yes, chinese people should not be associated with weakness
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A few days ago
Or how about WHITE PICKET FENCE????
What is wrong with people these days?
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