Quote by Walter Winchell

Gossip is the art of saying nothing in a way that leaves practically nothing unsaid.

Gossip is the art of saying nothing in a way that leaves pra

Summary

This quote suggests that gossip is a sophisticated way of disguising the act of saying nothing important, while still managing to imply or reveal almost everything about a person or situation. It implies that gossip is not just idle talk, but rather a skillful manipulation of words that allows the speaker to convey their intended message indirectly, making it difficult for others to pinpoint what exactly has been revealed.

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By Walter Winchell

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