Leaving Quote by Stephen King
“And this wasn’t lying, not really. It was leaving out.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Shining, Stephen King, 1977
The speaker claims that omission, not outright falsehood, is the real deception.
In simple terms: Leaving out truth is a form of lying.
Key Takeaway
Beware of what is left unsaid.
Themes
truth
deception
communication
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- journalism
- legal testimony
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
ethics
intentional omission
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you omitted truth for comfort?
- Is omission ever more honest than a lie?
A Different Perspective
Omission can be justified in protecting feelings.
