Quotation by

Coco Chanel

Gentleness doesn't get work done unless you happen to be a hen laying eggs.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Coco Chanel is saying that being gentle is usually not effective when trying to accomplish tasks, except in very limited situations like a hen quietly laying eggs. In other words, achieving results often requires more than just softness or kindness.

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