I own the soft impeachment.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Admits to a charge or accusation made against him.
- In plain terms
- I admit what you said about me is true.
- What can you take from it?
- Admitting faults can be a sign of honesty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is admission difficult?
Another view
The phrase is archaic and not commonly used today.
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