Actually Quote by Alan Bradley
““The word “actually,” like its cousin “frankly,” should, by itself, be a tip-off to most people that what is to follow is a blatant lie— but it isn’t.””
About This Quote
Words like “actually” and “frankly” often signal that the speaker is about to lie, though they may not always.
In simple terms: Certain words hint at possible deception.
Question statements that start with these cues.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- media consumption
- personal conversations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you trust these cues?
- How can you verify truthfulness?
Not all such statements are lies; context matters.