High speed Quote by Neal Stephenson
““The suspect had experienced a ballistic interlude earlier in the evening,” Miss Pao said, “regrettably not filmed, and relieved himself of excess velocity by means of an ablative technique.” (describing a young man who flew off a bicycle at high speed)””
About This Quote
A high‑speed bicycle accident is described with technical jargon, turning a reckless stunt into a pseudo‑scientific narrative.
In simple terms: A bike crash is described with scientific language.
Use clear language for safety warnings.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- sports injuries
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language affect perception of risk?
- When is technical detail appropriate?
Jargon can obscure the seriousness of danger.