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Most people suspend their judgment till somebody else has expressed his own and then they repeat it
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"Most people suspend their judgment till somebody else has expressed his own and then they repeat it"

- Ernest Dimnet

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This quote by Ernest Dimnet speaks to the propensity of people to follow the viewpoints of others instead of form their own. It suggests that people are frequently reluctant to form their own opinion on a matter till someone else has actually revealed theirs first. This might be due to a lack of confidence in their own opinion, or a desire to fit in with the bulk. It could likewise be an outcome of people not wanting to take the time to form their own opinion, or not wishing to put in the effort to research the subject. Whatever the factor, this quote suggests that individuals are most likely to repeat the viewpoint of another person rather than form their own. This can result in an absence of vital thinking and a lack of individualism. It is important to remember that everybody can form their own viewpoint and that it is very important to believe for oneself.

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Ernest Dimnet This quote is written / told by Ernest Dimnet between November 11, 1866 and April 15, 1954. He was a famous Priest from France. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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