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Punch line: "In the world of startups, the only winning move is not to play."

The reviewer says the book gives the required substance behind the punch line, of that I have no doubt, but this reminds me of the "War Games" (1983) punch line, almost word for word.

Perhaps because it's intended to reference War Games?

Yes, possibly, but (a) most young readers won't remember the original, and (2) no obvious thematic connection. But possibly -- besides, it's a great punch line. I regard this as a good example of recycling (if that's what it is). :)

Get your head out of your ass. Kids know what wargames is as it has runs on amc/fx/tv all the time. It's a common phrase now.

Get your head out of your ass.

Wow. That language is a bit uncalled for.

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