Quote by Oscar Wilde

We live in an age when unnecessary things are our only necessities.

We live in an age when unnecessary things are our only neces

Summary

This quote emphasizes the materialistic tendencies and consumer culture prevalent in our society. It suggests that in our striving for comfort and luxury, we often prioritize acquiring unnecessary possessions over genuine needs. In a world overflowing with material abundance, we have become accustomed to valuing and pursuing material goods that have little true significance or purpose. The quote implicitly raises a critical perspective on our collective longing for excess and highlights the disconnection between the things we perceive as necessary and those that truly contribute to our well-being.

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By Oscar Wilde

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