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That field hath eyen, and the wood hath ears.

“That field hath eyen, and the wood hath ears.” quote by Geoffrey Chaucer
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“That field hath eyen, and the wood hath ears.”

Geoffrey Chaucer

About This Quote

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

Words travel; secrets are heard by unseen listeners.

In simple terms: Even silent places listen.

Key Takeaway

Speak mindfully.

Themes

communication privacy surveillance

Mood

cautious observant

Type

literary warning

When to use this quote

  • courtrooms
  • online forums
  • public spaces

Key Concepts

information flow social observation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect private thoughts?
  • When is openness risky?
A Different Perspective

Not all ears are benign.

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