Welcome to “Falls on Deaf Ears: Ignoring the Unwanted Opinions,” an enlightening foray into one of the oldest and most disregarded clichés out there. This expression vividly illustrates the human tendency to dismiss unwelcome advice or comments, as though they simply cannot be heard.
Similar Terms and Expressions 🌱
- In one ear and out the other: Paying no heed or attention; quickly forgotten.
- Turning a blind eye: Pretend not to notice something that you know exists.
- Talk to the hand: A dismissive gesture and expression, indicating the listener doesn’t want to hear or deal with what the other person is saying.
- Overlooked and ignored: Not given attention or consideration.
- Tunes out: To ignore or mentally separate oneself from something or someone.
Quotes and Proverbs 🧾
- “Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn’t.” - Erica Jong
- “Good advice is always certain to be ignored, but that’s no reason not to give it.” - Agatha Christie
- “No one wants advice – only corroboration.” - John Steinbeck
- “Ignoring isn’t the same as ignorance, you have to work at it.” - Margaret Atwood, “The Handmaid’s Tale”
Recommended Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies 📚🎬🎵
- Books: “On Being Ignored” by Ian M. Vasey, “Eats, Shoots & Leaves” by Lynne Truss for hilarious takes on everyday expressions.
- Poetry: “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost - touching on themes of decisions and ignored paths.
- Songs: “The Sound of Silence” by Simon & Garfunkel, “Ignoreland” by R.E.M.
- Movies: “The Pursuit of Happyness” - showing perseverance despite being dismissed, “Legally Blonde” - highlighting the underestimated protagonist.
### Which of these expressions means to disregard someone's message or advice?
- [x] In one ear and out the other
- [ ] Built like a bear
- [ ] Brighter than a button
- [ ] Hung out to dry
> **Explanation:** "In one ear and out the other" aptly describes the act of disregarding someone's message almost as soon as it's heard.
### What phrase is synonymous with ignoring something?
- [ ] Lost in a book
- [ ] Swimming with sharks
- [x] Turning a blind eye
- [ ] Wearing an ear of corn
> **Explanation:** "Turning a blind eye" is synonymous with ignoring something, acknowledging its existence but refusing to address or act upon it.
### True or False: 'Talk to the hand' is an idiom used when someone chooses to forget what they've been told
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** While "Talk to the hand" implies a desire to ignore someone's comments, it doesn't quite fit situations where someone forgets what they've been told despite listening.
Thank you for joining us in unraveling another cliché! Remember, whether advice falls on deaf ears or not, listening tends to be wiser. And always recall the insight of G.K. Chesterton: “There’s a lot of difference between listening and hearing.”
Farewell, language lovers, and may your hearing be as keen as your hearts! 💬
