🎭 Two Good to be True: The Tale of Suspiciously Perfect Tales 🌟
Suspiciously coy or demure, this timeless expression reflects our inherent skepticism about things that seem overly perfect. Dating back to the early sixteenth century, this proverb was already flourishing in John Heywood’s 1546 collection. Over centuries, literary giants like Jonathan Swift, Charles Dickens, William Makepeace Thackeray, and George Bernard Shaw have woven it into their works, solidifying its place in the lexicon of clichés.
Similar Terms and Expressions
- If it seems too good to be true, it probably is 🧐
Synonyms
- Unrealistic 🌈
- Improbable 🚫
Antonyms
- Believable 👍
- Credible ✅
Humor-Filled Quotes
“If something’s too good to be true, it’s best to to keep on walking. Or, perhaps, start sprinting.” – Anonymous Comic
Proverbs
“All that glitters is not gold.” – William Shakespeare
References in Literature, Songs, and Media
- Books:
- “Gulliver’s Travels” by Jonathan Swift 📚
- “Great Expectations” by Charles Dickens 📚
- Movies:
- “The Truman Show” 🌐
- “Enchanted” 🧚♂️
- Songs:
- “Too Good to be True” by Frankie Valli 🎶
- “Is It Any Wonder?” by Keane 🎤
Quiz Time! 🎉
Inspiring Thought: Remember, sometimes things are just as lovely as they seem. But a little sprinkle of skepticism never hurt anyone.
Author: W. T. Wittywords
Publishing Date: 2023-10-01
Go forth and discern wisely, dear reader! 👓
