Quote by Bliss Carman

What are facts but compromises? A fact merely marks the point where we have agreed to let investigation cease.

What are facts but compromises? A fact merely marks the poin

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This quote suggests that facts are essentially compromises or agreed-upon truths. It implies that facts are not absolute or universal, but rather represent a stopping point or limit to further investigation or curiosity. Facts are the conclusion or outcome of a collective agreement to accept a certain understanding or interpretation of information, acknowledging that further exploration or questioning would be unnecessary or unproductive. Therefore, the quote highlights the subjective nature of facts and emphasizes the limited scope of our knowledge and understanding.

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