"Most of the arguments to which I am party fall somewhat short of being impressive, owing to the fact that neither I nor my opponent knows what we are talking about"
- Robert Benchley
About this Quote
In this quote, Robert Benchley is expressing his frustration with the arguments he is involved in. He thinks that these arguments are not very convincing because neither he nor his opponent really comprehends the topic at hand. This absence of understanding results in an absence of substance in their arguments, making them disappoint being remarkable. Benchley is highlighting the importance of having a comprehensive understanding of a subject before participating in a dispute or argument. Without this understanding, the arguments become useless and unconvincing. This quote works as a tip to always educate ourselves and have a strong understanding of a subject before participating in any sort of dispute or argument.
This quote is written / told by Robert Benchley between September 15, 1889 and September 21, 1945. He was a famous Comedian from USA.
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