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“An' things ha' come to a pretty pass, ye ken, if people are going to leave stuff like that aroound where innocent people could accidentally smash the door doon and lever the bars aside and take the big chain off'f the cupboard and pick the lock and drink it!” quote by Terry Prachett
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““An' things ha' come to a pretty pass, ye ken, if people are going to leave stuff like that aroound where innocent people could accidentally smash the door doon and lever the bars aside and take the big chain off'f the cupboard and pick the lock and drink it!””

Terry Prachett

About This Quote

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

A chaotic, humorous scene where people mishandle dangerous objects, leading to absurd consequences.

In simple terms: People mishandle dangerous things, causing chaos.

Key Takeaway

Handle tools responsibly.

Themes

humor chaos mistakes

Mood

playful satirical

Type

comic cautionary

When to use this quote

  • kitchen
  • home
  • workplace
  • accidental mishaps

Key Concepts

absurdity danger

Questions to Reflect On

  • What precautions could prevent such chaos?
  • How does humor affect safety awareness?
A Different Perspective

Humor may downplay real safety risks.

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