It is true that words have power, and one of the things…
“It is true that words have power, and one of the things they are able to do is get out of someone’s mouth before the speaker has the chance to stop them.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Words can escape control, shaping outcomes before we can intervene.
In simple terms: Words act before we can stop them.
Think before speaking;listen to unintended words.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- media interviews
- personal relationships
- teaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What words have you regretted saying?
- How can we reclaim spoken words?
Words may be misinterpreted despite intention.