1. Preserving Privacy
Allowing a certain degree of misunderstanding can help maintain personal privacy.
Not everyone needs to know every detail about your life, and leaving some things ambiguous can create a sense of boundaries.
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While generally, it's beneficial to strive for clear communication and understanding, there can be situations where allowing others to misunderstand you may have some advantages
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