Bore, n. A person who talks when you wish him to listen.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A bore is defined as someone who speaks when others want to speak.
- In plain terms
- A boring person talks when you want to listen.
- What can you take from it?
- Listening is often valued over talking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who talks too much?
- When do you want silence?
Another view
Sometimes talking is necessary even if unwanted.
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