Quote by Steven Wright

Would a fly without wings be called a walk?

Would a fly without wings be called a walk?

Summary

This quote playfully challenges the concept of defining things by their conventional characteristics. It raises the idea of rethinking how we label and categorize objects. In this case, it suggests that a fly without wings would no longer fit the traditional definition of a flying insect. Instead, it humorously proposes the notion of calling it a "walk," highlighting the importance of perspective and the possibility of reimagining the established norms.

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By Steven Wright

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