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“Reversing a proposition rearranges its terms, but still keeps out new terms.” quote by Mason Cooley
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“Reversing a proposition rearranges its terms, but still keeps out new terms.”

Mason Cooley

About This Quote

Source Quote Collection: “Mason Cooley’s Wit” compiled 1995

Reordering a proposition changes its form but does not introduce new ideas.

In simple terms: Changing order doesn’t add new content.

Key Takeaway

Focus on substance over form.

Themes

logic language philosophy clarity

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • writing
  • teaching

Key Concepts

semantic structure argumentation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does phrasing affect understanding?
  • When does reordering change meaning?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the impact of presentation on perception.

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