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It shows the truth - that the real meaning of a word is only as powerful or harmless as the emotion behind it
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"It shows the truth - that the real meaning of a word is only as powerful or harmless as the emotion behind it"

- Sarah Silverman

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This quote by Sarah Silverman speaks with the power of words and how they can be used to convey various meanings. It suggests that the true power of a word lies in the emotion behind it. Words can be utilized to reveal love, delight, anger, sadness, and many other feelings. Depending upon the emotion behind the word, it can be either powerful or safe. For instance, a word of love can be effective and bring pleasure to someone, while a word of anger can be harmful and hurt someone. This quote highlights the importance of bearing in mind the feeling behind the words we utilize, as it can have a terrific effect on the people around us. It is a pointer that words can be used to create positive or unfavorable experiences, and that we must be aware of the emotion behind our words.

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Sarah Silverman This quote is written / told by Sarah Silverman somewhere between December 2, 1970 and today. She was a famous Comedian from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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