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“And under my breath I was telling it to hisht and for shame, and if I had known any swearing I would have had that in, too.” quote by Richard Llewellyn
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““And under my breath I was telling it to hisht and for shame, and if I had known any swearing I would have had that in, too.””

Richard Llewellyn

About This Quote

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

A confession of using profanity in a story, hinting at authenticity and self‑censorship.

In simple terms: He admits he would have added swearing if known.

Key Takeaway

Balance honesty with audience expectations.

Themes

writing authenticity language

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary advice

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • dialogue
  • character development

Key Concepts

narrative voice censorship

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is profanity appropriate?
  • How does language affect tone?
A Different Perspective

Overuse of profanity can distract from meaning.

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