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A lie. I'd almost forgotten how they feel on my tongue…

“A lie. I'd almost forgotten how they feel on my tongue, slick and sickening.” quote by Ruth Ware
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““A lie. I'd almost forgotten how they feel on my tongue, slick and sickening.””

Ruth Ware

About This Quote

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

A lie feels repulsive and contaminating when spoken, highlighting the moral revulsion of deceit.

In simple terms: Lying feels sickening.

Key Takeaway

Avoid deceit; value honesty.

Themes

morality deception psychology

Mood

guilty reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • legal testimony
  • political speech
  • media reporting

Key Concepts

Ethics cognitive dissonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What consequences have you faced when lying?
  • How does truth affect trust?
A Different Perspective

Lies may be rationalized or hidden, making truth harder to discern.

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