The phrase "kicks and cuffs" likely refers to the harsh experiences or punishments associated with a life of hardship, possibly in a context of incarceration or oppression. The "daily diet" suggests that these experiences are a regular part of existence, indicating a life filled with struggle, violence, or abuse. The overall description paints a grim picture of survival in a hostile environment where physical confrontations and authoritative control are commonplace.
When Jacob Riis wrote "kicks and cuffs are their daily diet. They have little else." he was referring to the lamentable daily hardship of the street children.
The abuses children face --hollz WA
The abuses children face --hollz WA
When Riis says "kicks and cuffs are their daily diet," he is describing the harsh reality of living in poverty and facing abuse regularly. It suggests that people in these circumstances experience violence and mistreatment as a routine part of their lives.
Jacob Riis was describing the harsh living conditions of the poor and working class in New York City in his book "How the Other Half Lives." The quote illustrates the physical abuse and suffering that these individuals endured on a daily basis. Riis used his work to shed light on the inequalities and injustices faced by the marginalized members of society.
The limo driver had been working for years but he didn't have much to… answer: "CHAUFFEUR" IT (cuffs, thump, ticket, afford)
this is a good one... "consisted of daily customer service with...etc"
Benedict of Nursia
in the U.S. daily is about 5,000,000 or little over that.
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In the term 'daily mail', the word 'daily' is an adjective describing the noun 'mail'.The term 'daily mail' functions as a compound, common noun, a general term for the postal service delivery that occurs every day.A proper noun is the name of a specific person, place, or thing; for example the Daily Mail newspaper published in London or the Charleston Daily Mail published in Charleston, WV.
* No, but if you eat it daily it is bad for you health.