Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

What we anticipate seldom occurs, what we least expected generally happens.

What we anticipate seldom occurs, what we least expected gen

Summary

This quote suggests that our expectations and predictions often fail to align with reality. It highlights the irony that often what we think will happen rarely does, while the unexpected usually takes place. It serves as a reminder to embrace uncertainty and be open-minded, as life often surprises us in ways we least expect.

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By Benjamin Disraeli

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