Quote by TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

The awful daring of a moment's surrender which an age of prudence can never retract.

The awful daring of a moment's surrender which an age of pru

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This quote suggests that there is a certain boldness or risk-taking involved in surrendering to a moment, an impulsive act that cannot be undone or taken back by a more cautious and calculated mindset. It implies that in some instances, it may require a certain fearlessness or willingness to embrace the unknown, rather than always adhering to practicality and careful decision-making.

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