Quote by Carol Burnett

Words, once they are printed, have a life of their own.

Words, once they are printed, have a life of their own.

Summary

This quote suggests that once words are written down or printed, they take on a life of their own, existing independently from the author. It implies that once words are out in the world, they have the power to influence, impact, and potentially outlive their creator. It reflects the idea that written words can have a lasting and powerful effect, transcending time and space. The statement carries an observation of the transformative nature of written language and acknowledges its capacity to resonate and endure beyond the immediate context in which it was written.

Topics

Communication

By Carol Burnett

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