“But when, in the first setting out, he takes it for granted without proof, that distinctions found in the structure of all languages, have no foundation in nature; this surely is too fastidious a way of treating the common sense of mankind.Quote by Thomas ReidTopics: Quotes about Thomas ReidShare on:FacebookPinterestWhatsApp
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There is no greater impediment to the advancement of knowledge than the ambiguity of words.#Thomas Reid
