Quote by Oscar Wilde

If you want to tell people the truth, make them laugh, otherwise they'll kill you.

If you want to tell people the truth, make them laugh, other

Summary

This quote suggests that delivering the truth can be dangerous or met with hostility. It highlights the power of humor in easing tensions and making people more receptive to hearing challenging or uncomfortable truths. By using humor, it is easier to engage with others and provoke thought without immediately triggering their defensiveness or negative reaction. In essence, humor becomes a strategic tool to convey the truth effectively and potentially avoid adverse consequences such as rejection or aggression.

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