Quote by Jodi Picoult

It takes two people to make a lie work: the person who tells it, and the one who believes it.


It takes two people to make a lie work: the person who tells

Summary

This quote highlights the collaborative nature of lies, emphasizing that both the liar and the person who accepts and believes the lie are necessary for it to have an impact. It suggests that lying is not solely the responsibility of the person who tells it but also relies on the gullibility or willingness of the listener to trust and accept the falsehood. Ultimately, it underscores the importance of critical thinking and questioning information to avoid being deceived by dishonesty.

By Jodi Picoult
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