Responding to a question about remarks attributed to him that he did not think were his: "I really didn't say everything I said."
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Half the lies they tell about me aren't true.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote humorously highlights the absurdity of rumors and misinformation.
Yogi Berra's quote captures the irony of how people often exaggerate or fabricate stories about others. By acknowledging that 'half the lies' told about him are false, he suggests that even the truths can be distorted by perception, emphasizing the humorous side of gossip and the human tendency to embellish narratives.
Themes
LiesTruthGossipHumorPerception
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a speech about the importance of truth in communication.
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