Quote by Terry Pratchett

Every intelligent being, whether it breathes or not, coughs nervously at some time in its life.

Every intelligent being, whether it breathes or not, coughs

Summary

This quote suggests that all intelligent beings, whether they are living organisms or not, experience moments of nervousness or anxiety. Regardless of the nature of the being, there are times when they too feel uncertain or uneasy. It highlights the common human experience of feeling nervous and emphasizes that intelligence does not exempt anyone from experiencing such emotions.

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By Terry Pratchett

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