Quote by Albert Einstein

If you are out to describe the truth, leave elegance to the tailor.

If you are out to describe the truth, leave elegance to the

Summary

This quote suggests that when one's objective is to depict or communicate the truth, there is no need for attention to be focused on adding charm or sophistication to the description. Instead, one should solely focus on accurately representing the reality without embellishments or unnecessary adornments. It advises against prioritizing aesthetics over accuracy when it comes to conveying the truth, implying that the truth is distinct and should be presented in its unadorned, raw form.

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