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“That tight little accent grated on Clay’s frayed nerves. He thought that if it had been a fart, it would have been the kind that comes out sounding like a party-horn blown by a kid with asthma.” quote by Stephen King
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““That tight little accent grated on Clay’s frayed nerves. He thought that if it had been a fart, it would have been the kind that comes out sounding like a party-horn blown by a kid with asthma.””

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Book: The Stand by Stephen King, 1978

A small, irritating detail can amplify stress when one is already on edge.

In simple terms: Minor annoyances heighten tension.

Key Takeaway

Stay aware of triggers.

Themes

stress irritation perception

Mood

frustrated tense

Type

observational humorous

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • personal relationships
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

psychology sensory overload

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your irritation?
  • How can you reframe minor annoyances?
A Different Perspective

If the accent is harmless, overreacting may worsen nerves.

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