Quote by Susan Wittig Albert

The worst thing about talk ... is that there's no way to lay it to rest. Every fresh breeze brings a new speculation.

The worst thing about talk ... is that there's no way to lay

Summary

This quote suggests that talking and speculating about something can be harmful because it tends to create constant speculation and rumors. Once people start discussing a topic, there is no way to completely stop it and move on. Each new conversation or bit of information brings in fresh speculation and prolongs the discussion. It highlights how talk can perpetuate unnecessary rumors and keep a subject alive, even when it could be best to let it rest.

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By Susan Wittig Albert

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