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“Money is a terrible blab; she will betray the secrets of her owner, whatever he do to gag her. His virtues will creep out in her whisper; his vices she will cry aloud at the top of her tongue.” quote by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton
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“Money is a terrible blab; she will betray the secrets of her owner, whatever he do to gag her. His virtues will creep out in her whisper; his vices she will cry aloud at the top of her tongue.”

Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton

About This Quote

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

A person may reveal both good and bad aspects of their master, unintentionally exposing secrets and flaws through speech.

In simple terms: People can unintentionally expose secrets and flaws.

Key Takeaway

Guard information and choose words carefully.

Themes

trust communication secrecy integrity

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal relationships
  • public speaking
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics reputation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect sensitive information?
  • When does honesty become a liability?
A Different Perspective

Even careful speech can betray hidden truths.

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