Quote by Ernest Hemingway

An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with his fools.

An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend

Summary

This quote suggests that being around foolish or unintelligent individuals can be so dull or frustrating for an intelligent person that they may feel compelled to resort to excessive drinking in order to tolerate their company. It implies that such individuals are not intellectually stimulating and being in their presence may feel like a waste of time for someone with greater intellectual capabilities.

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By Ernest Hemingway

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