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I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.
by Robert Mccloskey Found in Confusion Quotes, Funny Quotes, Listening Quotes, Understanding Quotes,
I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.
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