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Six hours for a man, seven for a woman, and eight for a fool.

Six hours for a man, seven for a woman, and eight for a fool

Summary

This quote suggests that the amount of sleep needed varies based on an individual's gender and intelligence. It implies that a man only requires six hours of sleep, a woman needs an additional hour, and a foolish person requires even more sleep, totaling eight hours. The quote may be meant to convey a stereotype or a generalization about sleep patterns and intelligence levels, but it is important to recognize that sleep needs can differ significantly among individuals due to various factors such as age, health, and lifestyle.

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