Quote by William Shakespeare

I durst not laugh for fear of opening my lips and receiving the bad air.

I durst not laugh for fear of opening my lips and receiving

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker refrains from laughing out of fear of being exposed to negativity or criticism. They believe that even opening their lips could invite a toxic influence upon themselves. It suggests that the speaker is cautious about the potential consequences of expressing joy or humor in a particular context or environment where negativity prevails. This restraint could stem from a desire to protect oneself from harm or maintain a sense of self-preservation.

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Pollution

By William Shakespeare

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