You realize, of course, that everything I say is horseshit.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This quote undermines the speaker's own credibility by admitting their statements are untrue.
- In plain terms
- I am not telling the truth.
- What can you take from it?
- Be aware that speakers may not be truthful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you verify claims?
- Why do people lie?
Another view
It may be sarcasm rather than a literal admission.
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