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Anton Chekhov

When an actor has money he doesn't send letters, he sends telegrams.

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Chekhov is highlighting how having money changes the way an actor communicates, making their messages faster and more urgent. Instead of taking time to write letters, wealthy actors use telegrams to convey their thoughts quickly and directly.

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