Quote by George Santayana

Emotion is primarily about nothing and much of it remains about nothing to the end.

Emotion is primarily about nothing and much of it remains ab

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This quote suggests that emotions lack inherent meaning or purpose and often continue to have no significant substance. It implies that emotions might arise from ambiguous sources or be detached from any particular reason or logical basis. Therefore, the quote implies that emotions can sometimes be irrational or elusive, leaving us questioning their true essence or ultimate significance.

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