Quote by William Congreve

I find we are growing serious, and then we are in great danger of being dull.

I find we are growing serious, and then we are in great dang

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This quote suggests that when people become too serious, they run the risk of losing their sense of enjoyment and becoming boring. It highlights the importance of balancing seriousness with lightheartedness to prevent a lack of excitement, spontaneity, and joy in life. By reminding us of the potential danger of taking life too seriously, the quote encourages us to maintain a sense of humor and to find moments of fun and levity in our everyday lives.

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