Quote by Charles Dickens

The weather being hot, he had no cravat, and wore his shirt collar wide open; so that every time he spoke something was seen to twitch and jerk up in his throat, like the little hammers in a harpsichord when the notes are struck. Perhaps it was the Truth feebly endeavouring to leap to his lips. If so, it never reached them.

The weather being hot, he had no cravat, and wore his shirt

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In this quote, the author metaphorically describes a man's visible discomfort caused by the heat. The man's open shirt collar and the movements in his throat resemble the small hammers in a harpsichord, suggesting his struggle to articulate the truth. However, despite the effort, the truth remains unexpressed. The quote emphasizes the challenges individuals may face when trying to convey their true thoughts or feelings, implying that external factors or internal barriers can hinder effective communication.

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