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Popular Adages Challenged: Truth Behind Familiar Sayings

3/23/2026

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Two articles question popular adages, starting with "absence makes the heart grow fonder" and "the customer is always right."
They argue these sayings misrepresent reality, noting distance can erode memory and customer satisfaction is not guaranteed.
The second article challenges "travel broadens the mind," saying modern travel often breeds wastefulness rather than wisdom.
It also disputes "least said, soonest mended," stressing the importance of communication to resolve issues.

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Story summary

Two articles question popular adages, starting with "absence makes the heart grow fonder" and "the customer is always right."
They argue these sayings misrepresent reality, noting distance can erode memory and customer satisfaction is not guaranteed.
The second article challenges "travel broadens the mind," saying modern travel often breeds wastefulness rather than wisdom.
It also disputes "least said, soonest mended," stressing the importance of communication to resolve issues.