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“When someone says something, don’t ask yourself if it is true. Ask what it might be true of.” quote by Michael Lewis
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““When someone says something, don’t ask yourself if it is true. Ask what it might be true of.””

Michael Lewis

About This Quote

The quote advises evaluating statements by exploring their possible truth contexts rather than demanding absolute truth.

In simple terms: Consider the possible truth of a claim, not just its literal truth.

Key Takeaway

Explore implications of statements.

Themes

critical thinking philosophy communication logic

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • media consumption
  • scientific research
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

contextual analysis interpretation skepticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What contexts change a statement’s truth?
  • How do you decide when a claim is reliable?
A Different Perspective

Risk of over‑relativizing facts.

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