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“I assumed it was someone trying to sell me something. They're always calling to sell. Once they said if I sent in a check for $99 I'd be pre-approved for a credit card, and I said, Right, sure, and if I step under a pigeon I'm preapproved for a load of shit” quote by Nicole Krauss
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““I assumed it was someone trying to sell me something. They're always calling to sell. Once they said if I sent in a check for $99 I'd be pre-approved for a credit card, and I said, Right, sure, and if I step under a pigeon I'm preapproved for a load of shit””

Nicole Krauss

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 doubts unsolicited offers, seeing them as scams, and humorously highlights absurd pre‑approval claims.

In simple terms: Skeptical of unexpected sales pitches.

Key Takeaway

Question offers before trusting.

Themes

skepticism consumer protection humor

Mood

cautious amused

Type

advice humorous

When to use this quote

  • online shopping
  • phone scams
  • credit applications
  • financial decisions

Key Concepts

marketing tactics trust risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify a claim?
  • When is it safe to engage?
A Different Perspective

Offers may be legitimate but require verification.

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