Jack-in-the-box Meaning

Are Jack In The Boxes evil?

The Jack-in-the-Box is portrayed as a cunning, evil, lustful and manipulative toy. He is very misogynistic, oppressive, arrogant and cruel. He is also shown to be a competitive and pugnacious fighter, as he starts to take part in a violent struggle against the Tin Soldier while using a toy sword.

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What does the phrase in a box mean?

To make a complete revolution or reversal. in a box Informal. In a very difficult or restrictive situation.

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What does the word jack in the box mean?

'Jack in the box' was the name given to a swindler who cheated tradesmen by substituting empty boxes for the full ones that were expected.

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What is another word for Jack in the Box?

jack-in-the-pulpit.

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