Quote by Graham Wallas, The Art of Though

The little girl had the making of a poet in her who, being told to be sure of her meaning before she spoke, said:

The little girl had the making of a poet in her who, being t

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This quote suggests that the little girl possessed a natural inclination for poetry within her. However, she was advised to ensure that her words had a clear and definite meaning before expressing them. This highlights the significance of clarity and intention in communication, indicating that one should be mindful of the content and purpose of their words before conveying them to others.

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By Graham Wallas, The Art of Though

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