Quote by e. e. (Edward Estlin) cummings

Nothing recedes like progress.

Nothing recedes like progress.

Summary

This quote implies that true progress is often short-lived, as it tends to diminish or fade away over time. Despite the advancements and achievements that we may celebrate, they can easily diminish in significance and importance as newer advancements arise. It suggests that progress is a transient and ever-changing concept, reminding us to continually adapt and strive for improvement in order to retain any sense of progress in the long run.

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By e. e. (Edward Estlin) cummings

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