Quote by John Maynard Keynes

Words ought to be a little wild for they are the assaults of thought on the unthinking.

Words ought to be a little wild for they are the assaults of

Summary

This quote suggests that words should be expressive and unpredictable because they serve as the means through which thoughts challenge and provoke those who do not think critically. By being "wild," words have the power to disrupt stagnant and unexamined ideas, prompting individuals to engage in deeper thinking and contemplation. Rather than simply conveying information, potent words have the potential to stimulate intellectual growth and challenge conventional wisdom.

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By John Maynard Keynes

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