Quote by Edward George BulwerLytton

Chance happens to all, but to turn chance to account is the gift of few.

Chance happens to all, but to turn chance to account is the

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This quote suggests that everyone encounters opportunities and sources of luck or chance. However, only a select few possess the skill or capability to seize and make use of these chances. While chance may be unpredictable and widespread, the ability to effectively capitalize on it is a rare gift possessed by only a few individuals. It emphasizes the importance of skill, strategy, and resourcefulness in order to convert these moments of chance into advantageous outcomes.

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