Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

It is always the best policy to speak the truth, unless, of course, you are an exceptionally good liar.

It is always the best policy to speak the truth, unless, of

Summary

This quote implies that honesty is generally the best approach, but acknowledges that there may be certain exceptions to this rule. It suggests that being honest is the preferred course of action, unless one possesses exceptional skills in deceit. In such cases, an individual's ability to convincingly lie may lead them to believe that lying is the superior option. However, the quote still emphasizes the inherent value and importance of truthfulness.

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