One study of popular escapistic communications indicates that the recipients regarded the heroes and spokesmen as trustworthy models and guides.

, II.31: Charilus the Lacedemonian, to one Helot who behaved himself over insolently and audaciously towards him: By the Gods (saith he) If I were not now angry, I would presently make thee die.

Put the cut up vegetables in the pot.

to overdo one’s strength