Henrik IbsenA thousand words leave not the same deep impression as does a single deed.
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A thousand words leave not the same deep impression as does a single deed. In this quote, William Shakespeare means that a story is much more powerful than a thousand words. It's not just about quantity but also about quality. In other words, a great story makes a much greater impression than a brief message.
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