Quote by Don Marquis

I never think when I write. Nobody can do two things at the same time and do them well.

I never think when I write. Nobody can do two things at the

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This quote suggests that the individual who uttered it believes that it is impossible to think and write effectively at the same time. According to them, giving complete attention to one activity yields better results than attempting to multitask. By emphasizing the difficulty of simultaneously performing two tasks, the quote highlights the importance of focusing entirely on one task to achieve high-quality outcomes.

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