Quote by George Ade

A friend who is near and dear may in time become as useless as a relative.

A friend who is near and dear may in time become as useless

Summary

This quote suggests that the value of a friend may diminish over time, to the point where they become as worthless as a distant relative. It highlights the idea that relationships, even close ones, can weaken and lose their significance as time goes on. It reminds us that maintaining a strong connection with friends requires effort and ongoing investment, as otherwise, they can become as irrelevant as distant family members who have little impact on our lives.

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By George Ade

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