Quote by Letitia Elizabeth Landon

We might have been - these are but common words, and yet they make the sum of life's bewailing.

We might have been - these are but common words, and yet the

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This quote suggests that the phrase "we might have been" holds a significant weight in our lives. It implies that reflections on missed opportunities and unfulfilled potentials contribute to the overall lamentations of human existence. The simple combination of these words carries a profound meaning, emphasizing the sadness and regret that can arise from contemplating the paths not taken and the possibilities that remain unrealized.

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