Quote by Joseph Fort Newton

A duty dodged is like a debt unpaid; it is only deferred, and we must come back and settle the account at last.

A duty dodged is like a debt unpaid; it is only deferred, an

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This quote illustrates the idea that avoiding a responsibility or obligation is comparable to neglecting a debt. While one may temporarily escape or delay a duty, it will eventually catch up to them, and they will be obliged to confront and address it eventually. The quote reminds us that we cannot evade our responsibilities indefinitely, and delaying them only prolongs the burden we must eventually face.

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