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“The only thing worse than quoting me, is not quoting me” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“The only thing worse than quoting me, is not quoting me”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: The Importance of Being Earnest, 1895

Quoting others without credit diminishes both the original and the speaker; authenticity matters.

In simple terms: Not quoting me is worse than quoting me.

Key Takeaway

Give proper credit to original sources.

Themes

integrity authenticity communication literature humor

Mood

thoughtful witty

Type

philosophical humorous

When to use this quote

  • academic writing
  • public speaking
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

intellectual honesty citation ethics self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is attribution important in your field?
  • How does credit affect trust?
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In some contexts, paraphrasing may be acceptable.

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