Quote by Margaret Atwood

Time is compressed like the fist I close on my knee... I hold inside it the clues and solutions and the power for what I must do now.

Time is compressed like the fist I close on my knee... I hol

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This quote suggests that time is limited and fleeting, comparable to a closed fist. The act of closing the fist symbolizes the compression and containment of time. Within that limited time, the speaker holds the answers, hints, and the strength they need to take immediate action. It conveys the urgency to make use of the present moment and emphasizes the importance of being proactive and decisive in order to accomplish tasks or make crucial decisions.

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