I'll give you a definite maybe.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Goldwyn says 'I'll give you a definite maybe,' a witty way to be non‑committal.
- In plain terms
- He promises a definite maybe, i.e., stays non‑committal.
- What can you take from it?
- Use humor to avoid a firm answer.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is a 'definite maybe' acceptable?
- How does it affect trust?
Another view
It can be seen as evasive or unprofessional.
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