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What does it mean?
The speaker says he ad-libs dialogue so he doesn't have to remember lines.
In plain terms
I make up lines so I do not have to remember them.
What can you take from it?
Improvisation avoids the burden of memorization.

Where it applies

  • acting roles
  • public speaking

Putting it to work

  • practice improvisation
  • use cues

Questions to consider

  • Is memorization necessary?
  • How do you prepare for speaking?

Another view

It ignores the value of prepared material.

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