Quote by Jodi Picoult

The truth was, history repeated itself on a daily basis; mistakes were made over and over. People were haunted by what they had done, and by what they hadn't had time to do.

The truth was, history repeated itself on a daily basis; mis

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This quote reflects on the cyclical nature of history and the tendency for humanity to make the same mistakes repeatedly. It suggests that people are haunted not only by their past actions but also by missed opportunities and regrets. Despite the constant repetition of history, it implies that individuals can learn from their mistakes and strive for a different outcome in the future.

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