Quote by Wilfrid Sheed

Unnecessary customs live a brutally short life in America.

Unnecessary customs live a brutally short life in America.

Summary

This quote suggests that in America, customs that are deemed unnecessary or irrelevant do not endure for long. America's culture is characterized by adaptability and willingness to let go of traditions that do not hold practical or meaningful value. The quote implies that America's society values progress and is quick to discard customs that no longer serve a beneficial purpose, in order to make way for new ideas and practices.

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