Quote by William Shakespeare

Absence doth sharpen love, presence strengthens it; the one brings fuel, the other blows it till it burns clear.

Absence doth sharpen love, presence strengthens it; the one

Summary

This quote suggests that the absence of someone we love intensifies our feelings for them, while their presence helps to solidify and strengthen our love. When someone we care about is not around, our longing for them and the desire to be with them becomes more intense, like fuel that ignites a fire. However, when they are present in our lives, their presence acts as a bellows, nurturing our love and making it burn even brighter. Overall, this quote highlights the dynamics between absence and presence in the context of love, suggesting that both have significant effects on the nature and intensity of our affection.

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By William Shakespeare

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