Quote by Laurence Sterne

For every ten jokes you acquire a hundred enemies.

For every ten jokes you acquire a hundred enemies.

Summary

This quote suggests that humor can often have negative consequences, as making jokes can result in attracting the resentment or disapproval of many more people than those who actually find the jokes amusing. It indicates that humor is subjective and that jokes may offend or alienate others who do not share the same sense of humor. Thus, the quote serves as a reminder that being mindful and considerate of others' sensitivities is important when using humor, as it can unintentionally create conflict or animosity.

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Humor

By Laurence Sterne

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