Quote by George Orwell

The idea really came to me the day I got my new false teeth.

The idea really came to me the day I got my new false teeth.

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This quote hints at an inspiration or breakthrough that occurred to the individual on the day they received their new set of dentures. It suggests that this transformative moment, where they regain their ability to chew and speak comfortably, sparked a creative or imaginative idea. The newfound confidence or change in perspective brought about by the false teeth possibly opened their mind to new possibilities or facilitated a fresh outlook on life.

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