Quote by Francis Beaumont

Our natures are a lot like oil, mix us with anything else, and we strive to swim on top.

Our natures are a lot like oil, mix us with anything else, a

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This quote suggests that our inherent characteristics and tendencies are similar to oil, in the sense that they have a natural inclination to rise above and remain distinct when combined with other elements or influences. It implies that no matter what circumstances or challenges we encounter, our inherent nature will always assert itself and strive to maintain its prominence or uniqueness.

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