Quote by James H. Boren

I got the bill for my surgery. Now I know what those doctors were wearing masks for.

I got the bill for my surgery. Now I know what those doctors

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This quote highlights the surprise and shock that the speaker experiences upon receiving the bill for their surgery. It implies that the cost of the medical procedure is significantly high, which is reflected in the metaphorical meaning of the doctors wearing masks. The quote suggests that the purpose of the masks was not only to prevent the spread of germs but also to hide the financial aspect of healthcare, drawing attention to the inflated costs associated with medical treatments.

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By James H. Boren

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