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Foolish tongues talke by the dozen.

“Foolish tongues talke by the dozen.” quote by George Herbert
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“Foolish tongues talke by the dozen.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

A warning that many people speak without thought, spreading nonsense in large numbers.

In simple terms: Idle chatter spreads widely.

Key Takeaway

Beware of thoughtless speech.

Themes

communication wisdom responsibility social influence

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

proverb advice

When to use this quote

  • political rallies
  • social media threads
  • office gossip

Key Concepts

speech group dynamics

Practical Applications

  • critical listening
  • media literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this affect public discourse?
  • When have you witnessed the impact of careless talk?
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