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“I'd rather be caught holding up a bank than stealing so much as a two-word phrase from another writer.” quote by Jack Smith
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“I'd rather be caught holding up a bank than stealing so much as a two-word phrase from another writer.”

Jack Smith

About This Quote

He prefers being caught in a bank robbery over plagiarizing a writer’s short phrase, highlighting a moral stance on originality.

In simple terms: He values originality over theft.

Key Takeaway

Respect creative ownership.

Themes

ethics originality crime

Mood

serious reflective

Type

ethical legal

When to use this quote

  • legal consequences
  • moral dilemmas
  • creative work

Key Concepts

plagiarism bank robbery personal integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines true originality?
  • How do you ensure integrity?
A Different Perspective

Both actions have serious repercussions.

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