brevity is the soul of wit
短语言以简为贵
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释义与例句
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Conciseness of expression is an essential characteristic of astute, perceptive, or witty remarks.
言以简为贵
言贵简洁
词源
Coined by William Shakespeare in 1602 in "Hamlet," act 2, scene 2: : Therefore, since brevity is the soul of wit, : And tediousness the limbs and outward flourishes, : I will be brief: your noble son is mad...
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