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Slip Quote by W.A. Clouston

“If your foot slip, you may recover your balance, but if your tongue slip, you cannot recall your words.” quote by W.A. Clouston
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““If your foot slip, you may recover your balance, but if your tongue slip, you cannot recall your words.””

W.A. Clouston

About This Quote

Physical slips can be corrected, but verbal mistakes may be irreversible.

In simple terms: Words can’t be undone.

Key Takeaway

Think before you speak.

Themes

communication mistakes speech control consequences

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advice cautionary

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • negotiations
  • presentation rehearsals

Key Concepts

linguistics psychology social interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can prevent verbal slips?
  • How do you recover from a spoken error?
A Different Perspective

Some slip can be repaired.

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