His ear heard more than what was said to him, and his slow speech had overtones not of thought, but of understanding beyond thought.

John Steinbeck
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A good speaker has the ability to connect with the audience. They can be heard above the crowd and understood by those who feel overwhelmed. A good speaker has a way of speaking that leaves people wanting more and more and their words linger in people’s minds long after they leave.

Source: Of Mice And Men

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