Quote by Terry Pratchett

It was nice to hear the voices of little children at play, provided you took care to be far enough away not to hear what they were actually saying.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the innocence of children's play is enjoyable, as long as you do not overhear their conversations. It implies that children may say things that are inappropriate or reveal unpleasant truths. By keeping a distance, one can appreciate the joyful atmosphere without getting caught up in the harsher realities that children might inadvertently disclose.

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By Terry Pratchett

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