Quote by Samuel Johnson

There are some sluggish men who are improved by drinking; as there are fruits that are not good until they are rotten.

There are some sluggish men who are improved by drinking; as

Summary

This quote suggests that certain individuals, who lack motivation or energy, can be driven or invigorated by consuming alcohol. It draws a parallel between these individuals and certain fruits that only become desirable or sweet after they have started to decay. In both cases, it implies that something initially unproductive or undesirable can be transformed or enhanced through specific conditions or actions.

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Alcohol/alcoholism

By Samuel Johnson

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