Quote by Matthew Lesko

A degree of lying - you know, white lies - seems to be inherent in all languages and all forms of communication.

A degree of lying - you know, white lies - seems to be inher

Summary

This quote suggests that a certain amount of dishonesty, even if minor or for harmless intentions, is ingrained in all forms of communication across different languages. It implies that sometimes people may resort to telling "white lies," or small fibs, in order to convey a message or maintain social harmony. The quote highlights the universality of this human tendency to not always speak a complete truth, emphasizing that some degree of lying can be found in various cultural and linguistic contexts.

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Communication

By Matthew Lesko

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