My God! The English language is a form of communication! Conversation isn't just crossfire where you shoot and get shot at! Where you've got to duck for your life and aim to kill! Words aren't only bombs and bullets - no, they're little gifts, containing meanings!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker argues words are gifts, not weapons, and conversation should not be a fight.
- In plain terms
- Words should share meaning gently instead of being used to attack others.
- What can you take from it?
- Language can build connection instead of conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you use words?
- Can talk be violent?
Another view
Sometimes words are used to protect oneself from harm.
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