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“Doing thee vantage, double-vantage me.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““Doing thee vantage, double-vantage me.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Comedy of Errors, Act I, Scene 2, 1594

A clever turn of phrase can give a speaker an advantage.

In simple terms: Wordplay can give advantage.

Key Takeaway

Use wit to gain leverage.

Themes

language wit strategy

Mood

witty strategic

Type

dramatic literary

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • negotiations
  • public speaking
  • writing

Key Concepts

rhetoric dramatic irony

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ensure wit aids rather than alienates?
  • When is straightforwardness preferable?
A Different Perspective

Wit can be misunderstood or seen as manipulative.

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