Quote by William Shakespeare

All lovers swear more performance than they are able, and yet reserve an ability that they never perform; vowing more than the perfection of ten, and discharging less than the tenth part of one.

All lovers swear more performance than they are able, and ye

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of lovers to make grand promises and declarations of love, often exaggerating their devotion and abilities. However, despite these proclamations, they often fail to live up to their words, falling short in their actions and commitments. It criticizes the discrepancy between spoken intentions and actual fulfillment, suggesting that many lovers are not as exceptional or dedicated as they claim to be.

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