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As real as,' said Eddie. 'As real as what?' said Jack…

“As real as,' said Eddie. 'As real as what?' said Jack. 'Wish I knew,' said Eddie. 'But I can't do corroborative nouns. None of us are perfect, are we? I can get started. As big as, as obscene as, as foul as. But I can't get any further. But that's life for you again. As unfair as...” quote by Robert Rankin
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“As real as,' said Eddie. 'As real as what?' said Jack. 'Wish I knew,' said Eddie. 'But I can't do corroborative nouns. None of us are perfect, are we? I can get started. As big as, as obscene as, as foul as. But I can't get any further. But that's life for you again. As unfair as...”

Robert Rankin

About This Quote

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

A dialogue about uncertainty and the limits of language, expressing frustration with incomplete understanding.

In simple terms: People struggle with vague concepts and feeling stuck.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty and keep moving forward.

Themes

uncertainty communication frustration

Mood

conflicted thoughtful

Type

conversational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • personal reflection
  • problem solving

Key Concepts

language limits self‑doubt

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reframe vague ideas into actionable steps?
  • What does “as real as” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Sometimes clarity requires redefining the problem.

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