Laughter and weeping, the Greek masks of comedy and tragedy, mark the extremes of a continuous spectrum; both provide channels for the overflow of emotion; both are

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universal human expressions. Laughter and weeping serve as outlets for our deepest emotions by allowing us to release joy and sorrow respectively. The Greek masks of comedy and tragedy symbolize these contrasting emotions - comedy evoking laughter and tragedy evoking weeping. Through these masks, we are reminded that life is a complex interplay of highs and lows, and that both laughter and weeping are essential components of the human experience. They reveal the interconnectedness of our emotions and remind us of the fluidity of our emotional states.

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