It was hard to have a conversation with anyone; there were so many people talking.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A literal description of a crowded noisy environment where conversation is impossible.
- In plain terms
- Too many people talking made talking hard.
- What can you take from it?
- Crowds can hinder communication.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle noise?
- Is silence better?
Another view
Some noise is necessary for energy and community.
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