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“So it's a coincidence. Just like you said. Two rich parents with two rich kids at the same school. They're both killed in accidents. Why are you so interested?" "Because I don't like coincidence," Blunt replied. "In fact, I don't believe in coincidence. Where some people see coincidence, I see…” quote by Anthony Horowitz
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“So it's a coincidence. Just like you said. Two rich parents with two rich kids at the same school. They're both killed in accidents. Why are you so interested?" "Because I don't like coincidence," Blunt replied. "In fact, I don't believe in coincidence. Where some people see coincidence, I see conspiracy. That's my job.”

Anthony Horowitz

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker dismisses random events as conspiracies, suggesting a need for pattern‑seeking to impose order on chaos.

In simple terms: Seeing patterns where none exist.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions about randomness.

Themes

conspiracy pattern‑seeking skepticism

Mood

skeptical curious

Type

literary dialogue

When to use this quote

  • investigations
  • media analysis
  • personal relationships
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

cognitive bias meaning‑making

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you see conspiracies or coincidences?
  • What evidence would change your view?
A Different Perspective

Over‑interpretation can lead to false accusations.

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