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The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' (I found it!) but 'That's funny...'
— Isaac Asimov
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An editorial interpretation.
The speaker argues that the most promising moment in science isn't a triumphant shout of 'Eureka!' but a quiet 'That's funny...'. Noticing something odd or unexpected is what opens the door to new discoveries, more than finding an answer does.
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