Quote by Samuel Johnson

That fellow seems to me to possess but one idea, and that is a wrong one.

That fellow seems to me to possess but one idea, and that is

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker perceives someone as having only one fixed belief or perspective, and furthermore, that this viewpoint is misguided or incorrect. It implies that the person in question lacks versatility in their thinking and may be closed-minded. The quote reflects the speaker's opinion that this individual's single-mindedness limits their understanding and ability to consider different ideas or viewpoints.

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By Samuel Johnson

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