Quote by Jodi Picoult

Seeing her sitting there unresponsive makes me realize that silence has a sound.

Seeing her sitting there unresponsive makes me realize that

Summary

This quote suggests that silence is not always void of any auditory experience. The speaker observes someone in a state of deep silence, seemingly unresponsive, and it strikes them that silence can still convey a certain sound or presence. It implies that silence can communicate emotions, thoughts, or messages, even without words or actions, and it holds a unique quality that can have a profound impact on those who witness it.

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Silence Remaining Silent

By Jodi Picoult

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