Quote by Stephen King

Alone. Yes, that's the key word, the most awful word in the English tongue. Murder doesn't hold a candle to it and hell is only a poor synonym.

Alone. Yes, that's the key word, the most awful word in the

Summary

This quote highlights the devastating power of loneliness. It suggests that being alone is worse than committing murder or being in hell. The use of hyperbole emphasizes the intense emotional impact and despair associated with isolation. It conveys the idea that human connection and companionship are essential for our well-being and that the absence of these can be tremendously agonizing.

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By Stephen King

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