The Exception That Proves the RuleDiscover the true meaning of this common phrase.
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Famous QuotesWe've all heard this saying used to dismiss contradictions, but its original meaning is the opposite. The popular phrase doesn't ignore counterexamples; it actually uses them to reveal a larger, unspoken truth. Learn how a simple exception can powerfully highlight a general rule, turning a common misunderstanding into a sharp tool for logical thinking.
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