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“A surfeiting of terror soon made terror a cliché.”

Richard Matheson

About This Quote

When fear becomes overused, it loses impact and becomes a cliché, diminishing its power.

In simple terms: Too much terror becomes boring.

Key Takeaway

Use fear sparingly.

Themes

fear cliché impact media

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • horror movies
  • political rhetoric
  • news cycles
  • advertising

Key Concepts

psychology desensitization

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you become desensitized to fear?
  • How can fear be used responsibly?
A Different Perspective

Overuse can also numb necessary vigilance.

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