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“I won’t eat prunes myself. Well, there was one time when Hobb chopped them up with chestnuts and carrots and hid them in a hen. Never trust a cook, my lord. They’ll prune you when you least expect it.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““I won’t eat prunes myself. Well, there was one time when Hobb chopped them up with chestnuts and carrots and hid them in a hen. Never trust a cook, my lord. They’ll prune you when you least expect it.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

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

Warns against trusting deceptive appearances; hidden dangers may arise unexpectedly.

In simple terms: Beware of hidden threats.

Key Takeaway

Stay vigilant about hidden risks.

Themes

trust deception unexpected danger caution humor

Mood

cautious wry reflective

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • cooking
  • political intrigue
  • personal relationships
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

betrayal surprise food safety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate hidden motives?
  • How do you verify trustworthiness?
A Different Perspective

May be overly literal or humorous.

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