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“One after another, they were examined. One after another, they proved to have nothing to say--and said it (so far as the women were concerned) at great length...” quote by Wilkie Collins
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““One after another, they were examined. One after another, they proved to have nothing to say--and said it (so far as the women were concerned) at great length...””

Wilkie Collins

About This Quote

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

People often speak at length without substance, especially when they have nothing meaningful to convey.

In simple terms: Empty talk fills silence but lacks value.

Key Takeaway

Value substance over verbosity.

Themes

communication honesty literature

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

literary observational

When to use this quote

  • daily conversations
  • public speaking
  • media consumption
  • writing
  • teaching

Key Concepts

verbosity emptiness social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you prioritize speaking over listening?
  • How can you ensure your words carry meaning?
A Different Perspective

Lengthy speech can mask lack of insight.

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