All speech is vain and empty unless it be accompanied by action.
Meaning of the quote
Speaking without taking action is meaningless. Words alone are not enough - you need to follow through and do something to make a real difference. A person's words only have value if they match their behavior and they are willing to back up what they say with actions.
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