There are some things that you might have to explain to your readers. There are some aspects of your world or your story or your characters that might not be understood unless you spell them out for people who can't look into your mind and see what you're thinking.
Often, it's tempting to have your characters say or think these things. A quick monologue about why the air on planet Earth can no longer be breathed or why no one trusts Uncle Larry can clarify things quickly and easily.
Quick and easy isn't always logical, though. Often, when these explanations are spoken, they simply don't make sense.
Why would your protagonist need to explain to people living in the same world they are that air is not breathable? Why would a mother explain to her husband about Uncle Larry when everyone in the family already knows?
There are many ways to set up the world of your novel. Unless explanation in dialogue is logical and fits well in the story, then it's not the best way for your exposition. Find some other way to share this background without interrupting your story.
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