Quote by Tom Stoppard

Life is a gamble, at terrible odds - if it was a bet you wouldn't take it.

Life is a gamble, at terrible odds - if it was a bet you wou

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This quote highlights the inherent uncertainty and unpredictability of life. It suggests that life can be like a gamble with unfavorable odds. If one were presented with a bet that had such slim chances of winning, they would likely choose not to participate. It is a reflection of the risks and uncertainties that we face in life, emphasizing the difficult nature of decision-making in an unpredictable world.

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