The more elaborate our means of communication, the less we communicate.
Meaning of the quote
The more advanced or complicated the tools we use to communicate, the harder it becomes for us to actually talk and connect with each other. The quote suggests that as technology and communication methods become more advanced, we may lose the personal touch and genuine interaction that happens when we talk face-to-face.
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