Quote by Andre Gide, The Journals of Andr

The most important things to say are those which often I did not think necessary for me to say -- because they were too obvious.

The most important things to say are those which often I did

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This quote emphasizes the significance of expressing things that may seem obvious. It suggests that sometimes we overlook sharing the most important ideas or thoughts simply because we assume they are already understood. The quote implies the importance of effective communication and reminds us that clear and explicit expression is crucial, even for things that may appear self-evident.

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By Andre Gide, The Journals of Andr

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