I am in bloodStepp'd in so far, that, should I wade no more,Returning were as tedious as go o'er.

Summary

This quote is from the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare. It is spoken by the character Macbeth after he has committed multiple murders in his pursuit of power. The quote illustrates how Macbeth has become deeply involved in the violent actions and consequences of his ambition. He acknowledges that giving up or trying to go back to his previous state would be just as difficult as continuing on his destructive path. It highlights the point of no return and the internal struggle faced by the character.

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