Cheated Quote by Sarah Dessen
““You're a rule person," he said. "My sister was a cheater. It sort of became necessary." "She cheated at this game?" "She cheated ateverything ," I said. "When we played Monopoly, she always insisted on being banker, then helped herself to multiple loans and 'service fees' for every real estate transaction. I was, like, ten or eleven before I played at someone else's house and they told me you couldn't do that." He laughed, the sound seeming loud in all the quiet. I felt myself smiling, remembering. "During staring contests," I said, "she always blinked.Always . But then she'd swear up and down she hadn't, and make you go again, and again. And when we played Truth, she lied. Blatantly.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Truth About Forever, Sarah Dessen, 2009
The narrator recounts a sibling’s cheating habits in games, highlighting how small deceptions become normalized and affect trust.
In simple terms: A sister’s cheating in games shows how minor lies can erode trust.
Key Takeaway
Beware how small dishonest actions can become a habit.
Themes
family
trust
honesty
games
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
personal
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- Board game nights
- family gatherings
- online gaming
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Deception
social dynamics
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates someone to cheat in low‑stakes situations?
- How can families address repeated minor dishonesty?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper issues behind the cheating behavior.
