Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
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Brevity is a great charm of eloquence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Conciseness enhances the effectiveness of speech.
Cicero emphasizes the importance of brevity in communication, suggesting that being concise not only makes speech more appealing but also allows the message to be conveyed more powerfully. In a world filled with noise, the ability to express ideas clearly and succinctly is a key skill for effective communication.
Themes
BrevityEloquenceCommunicationConcisenessSpeech
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a presentation about effective communication techniques.
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