[to Holden] What do you look so shocked for, man? Fat bastard does this all the time. He thinks just 'cause he doesn't say anything, it'll have this huge impact when he does open his fuckin' mouth.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker explains why another person's silence creates tension when they finally speak.
- In plain terms
- Silence makes people's words seem more important.
- What can you take from it?
- Rare speech carries more weight than constant talking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does silence speak louder?
- How do you value silence?
Another view
The speaker uses aggressive language that limits universal application.
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