Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch nay, you may kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at evening.

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch

Summary

This quote emphasizes the resilience and undeniable nature of truth. It suggests that truth cannot be easily dismissed or altered but withstands scrutiny and scrutiny. Just like a bubble that bursts upon impact, truth remains intact and solid. It implies that no matter how much one tries to challenge or debate it, truth retains its genuineness and cannot be distorted. In fact, even if one tries to kick it around like a football, truth remains whole, rounded, and unaffected at the end of the day.

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