I had this habit of an academic of answering the question…
“I had this habit of an academic of answering the question. I should have fobbed it off.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker admits to avoiding answering a question, preferring to delegate it.
In simple terms: He chose to dodge a question.
Own responsibility for answers.
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When to use this quote
- media interviews
- debates
- press conferences
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you avoid certain questions?
- How can you improve directness?
Avoidance can damage credibility.