Ambrose Bierce Quote - They say that hens do cackle loudest when there is nothing vital in the eggs they have laid.

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They say that hens do cackle loudest when there is nothing vital in the eggs they have laid.

"They say that hens do cackle loudest when there is nothing vital in the eggs they have laid."

— Ambrose Bierce

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Author: Ambrose Bierce
Category: Animal
Tags: Animal Born Egg Loud Lying

Meaning of this quote

Loud self-promotion is contrasted with a lack of substance.

Key takeaway: Judge a claim by its content rather than its noise.

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Attributed author: Ambrose Bierce

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