Quote by James Gibbons Huneker

Life is like an onion: you peel off layer after layer and then you find there is nothing in it

Life is like an onion: you peel off layer after layer and th

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This quote suggests that life is full of complexities and intricacies, and as we delve deeper into its experiences and challenges, we may uncover that there is ultimately no inherent meaning or purpose. The metaphor of peeling off layers of an onion portrays the process of exploring and trying to make sense of life. However, it implies a sense of disappointment or disillusionment in the end, as we may realize that underneath it all, life may be devoid of inherent significance.

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