Quote by Oscar Wilde

Ambition is the last refuge of the failure.

Ambition is the last refuge of the failure.

Summary

This quote suggests that those who constantly chase ambitious goals may do so as a way to escape or hide from their own failures. Rather than facing their shortcomings and working on personal growth, these individuals may lean on lofty ambitions as a distraction or way to maintain a sense of purpose. Thus, ambition becomes a refuge where they can avoid confronting their failings, allowing them to perpetuate a cycle of striving without ever truly addressing their areas of improvement.

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