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“ON PLAYING back the 911 recording, it’d seem that Mrs. Stegman was more concerned that the man outside her apartment door was naked than that he had a big shotgun.” quote by Warren Ellis
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““ON PLAYING back the 911 recording, it’d seem that Mrs. Stegman was more concerned that the man outside her apartment door was naked than that he had a big shotgun.””

Warren Ellis

About This Quote

Source Comic: Planetary #1, 1999

A character worries more about a trivial detail than a serious danger, highlighting misplaced priorities.

In simple terms: People can focus on minor issues while ignoring bigger threats.

Key Takeaway

Notice when you over‑emphasize the trivial.

Themes

misplaced priorities humor danger

Mood

wry ironic

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • daily news
  • personal relationships
  • emergency situations

Key Concepts

attention bias comic irony

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you often miss the bigger picture?
  • What trivial detail distracts you from real risks?
A Different Perspective

The quote may exaggerate for effect, not reflecting typical reactions.

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