L-d! said my mother, what is all this story about? - A Cock and a Bull, said Yorick - And one of the best of its kind I ever heard.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This references a nonsensical story, implying confusion or absurdity in communication.
- In plain terms
- This story is confusing and nonsensical.
- What can you take from it?
- Clarify your story if it is too confusing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is my message clear?
- When do I use humor instead of facts?
Another view
Sometimes nonsense is intentional for humor or satire.
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