The further off from England the nearer is to France-_x000D_ _x000D_ Then turn not pale, beloved snail, but come and join the dance.
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'Always speak the truth - think before you speak - and write it down afterwards.'_x000D_ _x000D_ 'I'm sure I didn't mean - ' Alice was beginning, but the Red Queen interrupted her impatiently._x000D_ _x000D_ 'That's just what I complain of! You should have meant! What do you suppose is the use of child without any meaning? Even a joke should have some meaning - and a child's more important than a joke, I hope.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth thoughtfully and ensuring that one's words have significance.
This quote explores the necessity of truthful communication and the need for deliberation before expressing ourselves. It suggests that not only should we say what we mean, but our words should also carry meaningful substance, highlighting the value of sincerity and intention in our speech.
Themes
TruthCommunicationMeaningSinceritySpeech
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a public speaking workshop to stress the importance of choosing words wisely.
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