Don't talk to me about a man's being able to talk sense; everyone can talk sense. Can he talk nonsense?

Summary

This quote challenges the notion that the ability to speak sensibly is a remarkable skill. It implies that anyone can talk sense, but the real test lies in one's ability to engage in nonsensical conversations. The quote suggests that the capacity to converse in both meaningful and meaningless ways is a more comprehensive display of communication skills. It emphasizes the importance of being able to navigate through different types of conversations and raises the question of whether someone's ability to communicate effectively also includes their capability to engage in nonsense.

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