We’ll never survive! ” “Nonsense. You’re only saying that because no one ever has.

William Goldman
About This Quote

When people are scared, they often say things that are not true, or at least not true at the moment. For example, “We’ll never survive!” might be something someone says when he is feeling desperate. Or “Nonsense. You’re only saying that because no one ever has.” might be something someone says because he wants to feel better about his situation.

Source: The Princess Bride

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