Ambrose Bierce Quote - Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.

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Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.

"Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret."

— Ambrose Bierce

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Author: Ambrose Bierce
Category: Angry
Tags: Angry Best Cautionary Regret Talk

Meaning of this quote

Anger can produce eloquence followed by regret.

Key takeaway: Delay an important response until calmer.

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Attributed author: Ambrose Bierce

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