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“It is always dullest before the yawn.” quote by Bob Phillips
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“It is always dullest before the yawn.”

Bob Phillips

About This Quote

It suggests that anticipation often feels more tedious than the event itself.

In simple terms: Waiting feels longer than the thing you await.

Key Takeaway

Patience eases the dullness.

Themes

patience anticipation perception

Mood

reflective lighthearted

Type

observational humorous

When to use this quote

  • waiting for meetings
  • pre‑event anxiety
  • long queues

Key Concepts

psychology time perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice the dullness before events?
  • How can you make waiting more engaging?
A Different Perspective

The quote may exaggerate; not all waiting feels dull.

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