It is better to keep your mouth closed
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It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think
you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.
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Meaning
This quote means silence is often wiser than speaking foolishly and proving ignorance. Restraint can protect dignity.
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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