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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker believes that repeating other people's sayings can be harmful.
In plain terms
Quotes can be dangerous.
What can you take from it?
General sayings often fail to fit specific truths.

Where it applies

  • reading essays
  • writing speeches
  • seeking advice

Putting it to work

  • questioning cliches
  • relying on experience

Questions to consider

  • Are quotes misleading?
  • Do they replace thinking?

Another view

It dismisses the value of shared wisdom.

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