Time and trouble will tame an advanced young woman, but an advanced old woman is uncontrollable by any earthly force.
Dorothy L. SayersRead
A facility for quotation covers the absence of original thought.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Relying on quotations can hinder original thinking.
This quote suggests that frequently using quotes from others can be a crutch that prevents individuals from developing their own unique ideas and thoughts. It highlights the importance of original thought and creativity over simply reiterating what others have said.
Themes
QuotationOriginal ThoughtCreativityInsightExpression
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a conference might use this quote to emphasize the need for creativity in innovation.
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