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“Also, he had always had a great tolerance which seemed the nicest thing about him if it were not the most sinister.” quote by Ernest Hemingway
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““Also, he had always had a great tolerance which seemed the nicest thing about him if it were not the most sinister.””

Ernest Hemingway

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Sun Also Rises, Ernest Hemingway, 1926

A person's seemingly pleasant tolerance can hide a darker, more threatening side.

In simple terms: Nice tolerance may conceal sinister motives.

Key Takeaway

Beware of hidden dangers behind kindness.

Themes

trust deception human nature

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

observational critical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • team dynamics

Key Concepts

psychology dual nature social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the tolerance you admire truly benign?
  • How do you detect hidden motives?
A Different Perspective

Kindness can be a mask for manipulation.

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