Quote by Joe E. Lewis

I don't like money actually, but it quiets the nerves.

I don't like money actually, but it quiets the nerves.

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This quote suggests that the speaker may not have a personal affinity for money, but acknowledges its ability to provide a sense of security and calmness. It implies that money can alleviate the worries and anxieties that arise in one's daily life. Despite a lack of personal interest in wealth, the speaker recognizes that having financial resources can bring a certain peace of mind.

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