Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Alas! they had been friends in youth but whispering tongues can poison truth.
Summary
This quote reflects on the sad reality that even friendships formed in youth can be destroyed and poisoned by gossip and rumors perpetuated by others. It laments the harm that can be caused by the power of malicious whispers, emphasizing how easily the truth can be tainted and relationships can be irreparably damaged.