Quote by John Morley

The essence of a quote is the compression of a mass of thought and observation into a single saying.

The essence of a quote is the compression of a mass of thoug

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This quote suggests that a well-crafted quote is a condensed version of extensive thought and observation. It implies that a quote takes complex ideas and distills them into a concise and powerful statement. By compressing a mass of information into just a few words, a quote captures the essence of a concept or observation, enabling it to be easily understood and remembered. In essence, a quote's value lies in its ability to communicate profound insights in a succinct and memorable manner.

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