Quote by Marcel Proust

Like many intellectuals, he was incapable of saying a simple thing in a simple way.

Like many intellectuals, he was incapable of saying a simple

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This quote highlights the tendency of intellectuals to overcomplicate their ideas and thoughts, making them difficult for others to comprehend. It suggests that instead of delivering straightforward messages, intellectuals often obscure their meaning with unnecessary complexity. The quote hints at the notion that these individuals, despite their intellect, struggle to articulate their ideas in a concise and accessible manner.

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