How can any company know if its processes, products, people are safe? Only if everyone is watching and telling the truth. The first part can be assumed; the second cannot.
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Words are how people think. When you misuse words, you diminish your ability to think clearly and truthfully.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Misusing words can lead to unclear and dishonest thinking.
Margaret Heffernan emphasizes the importance of language in shaping our thoughts and perceptions. When words are misused, it not only renders communication ineffective but also corrupts our ability to think logically and honestly, ultimately impacting our understanding of truth and clarity in our decision-making processes.
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WordsThinkingTruthLanguageCommunicationClarity
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on effective communication, one could quote this to stress the value of precise language.
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