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Bird Quote by Emma Donoghue

“She leaped into space, high, higher than she'd ever been in her life. She came down with a clean snap, and the crowd scattered like birds from the swing of her feet.” quote by Emma Donoghue
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“She leaped into space, high, higher than she'd ever been in her life. She came down with a clean snap, and the crowd scattered like birds from the swing of her feet.”

Emma Donoghue

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Red Thread, 2018

She jumps higher than ever, lands gracefully, and the audience disperses like startled birds.

In simple terms: She leaps, lands, crowd scatters.

Key Takeaway

Aim for bold moves that captivate.

Themes

risk performance audience reaction

Mood

exciting dramatic

Type

narrative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • dance
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

physics of motion storytelling emotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are worth taking?
  • How do you handle sudden attention?
A Different Perspective

Bold actions can alienate some observers.

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