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Aces Quote by W. C. Fields

“I don't object to nine aces in one deck. But when a man lays down five aces in one hand... and besides, I know what I dealt him!” quote by W. C. Fields
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“I don't object to nine aces in one deck. But when a man lays down five aces in one hand... and besides, I know what I dealt him!”

W. C. Fields

About This Quote

Source Film: My Little Chickadee, 1940

A skilled player can cheat by using impossible cards, exposing deceit in games and life.

In simple terms: Cheating with impossible cards reveals dishonesty.

Key Takeaway

Beware of impossible claims.

Themes

deception games honesty

Mood

skeptical cautious

Type

cautionary observational

When to use this quote

  • card games
  • business negotiations
  • political rhetoric

Key Concepts

probability fraud trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify claims that seem too good to be true?
  • What safeguards can prevent cheating?
A Different Perspective

Even skilled players can be outwitted by unexpected rules.

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