In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.

Oscar Wilde
In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the...
In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the...
In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the...
In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the...
About This Quote

This quote is a clever way of saying that in important matters, we should use the right words and language to get our point across. We should take care to choose the words and phrases that will help us achieve our goals.

Source: The Importance Of Being Earnest

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