Quote by Lewis Thomas

If you want to use a cliche you must take full responsibility for it yourself and not try to fob it off on anon., or on society.


If you want to use a cliche you must take full responsibilit

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and ownership when using clichés in communication. It suggests that instead of attributing clichés to anonymous sources or society, individuals should acknowledge their own choice to use them. By doing so, one assumes responsibility for expression and avoids dubiously shifting the blame onto others. This quote encourages individuals to be mindful of their language choices and not to blindly rely on familiar sayings without taking ownership of them.

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By Lewis Thomas
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