Meanings
The earliest recording dates from March 1862 in the US, but is implied to have been used earlier.[1]
A response to taunting proclaiming the speaker's indifference.
Example Sentences
1
I know that what he said was hurtful, but sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
2
I try not to let negative comments bother me because sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
3
She mocks me with her words, but sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
4
I remind myself of the saying 'sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me' when someone insults me.
5
He can throw insults all day, but sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
A-Z Proximities
- sticker shock
- sticking-place
- sticking point
- sticks and stones
- stick with
- sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me
- sticky fingers
- stiff upper lip
- stink a buzzard off a gut wagon
- stink a dog off a gut wagon
- stink a skunk off a gut wagon
