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“Let thy carriage be such as becomes a man grave settled and attentive to that which is spoken. Contradict not, at every turn, what others say.” quote by George Washington
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“Let thy carriage be such as becomes a man grave settled and attentive to that which is spoken. Contradict not, at every turn, what others say.”

George Washington

About This Quote

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

Maintain a dignified, attentive demeanor and respect others' words.

In simple terms: Be dignified and attentive.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate respectful listening.

Themes

etiquette respect attention character discipline

Mood

formal thoughtful

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • Meetings
  • public speaking
  • debates

Key Concepts

Ethics communication theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance respect and honesty?
  • When should you challenge others?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with personal beliefs.

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