Question

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What does the phrase words are but wind mean?

"A man may break a word with you,sir; and words are but wind".
- William Shakespeare, The Comedy of Errors

A: Words can be heard but not seen.



B: Words may arise strongly and
suddenly.


C: Words are not firm or dependable.


D:Words can move objects in their path.​

Answer 1

C. Words are not firm or dependable.

Step-by-step explanation:

Anyone can make a promise, and choose not to keep it. When a person "keeps their word" or honors a promise, it is because of the strength of their character, not the strength of a word.

Answer 2

(C) because "words are but wind" basically means that promises really mean nothing because one cannot trust promises because they can be broken.