Quote by Rick Riordan

Getting something and having the wits to use it...those are two different things.

Getting something and having the wits to use it...those are

Summary

This quote implies that there is a distinction between acquiring something and knowing how to use it effectively. Simply possessing something does not guarantee the knowledge or skills required to make proper use of it. It emphasizes the importance of not only obtaining material possessions but also acquiring the necessary intelligence or wisdom to utilize them productively.

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Inspirational Wits

By Rick Riordan

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