The right word may be effective
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The right word may be effective,
but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed pause.
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Meaning
This quote means silence used at the right moment can speak more powerfully than speech. Timing is part of communication.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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