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What does it mean?
Phil compares accusing Walter of murder to stating an obvious fact about Leonardo da Vinci, suggesting the accusation is trivial.
In plain terms
He says the claim is as obvious as saying da Vinci drew pictures.
What can you take from it?
Avoid making pointless accusations.

Where it applies

  • debate
  • legal discussion

Putting it to work

  • reframe arguments
  • use analogies

Questions to consider

  • Why is it important to avoid trivializing accusations?
  • How can one address serious claims without sarcasm?

Another view

The comparison may downplay serious wrongdoing.

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