Ask me no questions, and I'll tell you no fibs.

Oliver Goldsmith
About This Quote

When you are asked a question, you have to answer it honestly. You can’t lie or tell half-truths because doing so will hurt the person asking the question. Also, if you are asked a question, you have to answer it. It’s your “fib” to give so you better be honest.

Source: She Stoops To Conquer

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