Quote by Ambrose Bierce

LONGEVITY, n. Uncommon extension of the fear of death.

LONGEVITY, n. Uncommon extension of the fear of death.

Summary

This quote sarcastically defines "longevity" as an exaggeration of the normal human fear of death. It implies that the desire for a longer life stems from a heightened fear of dying, suggesting that people often go to extreme lengths to prolong their lives because they are terrified of the end. By humorous means, this definition highlights our complex relationship with mortality and the underlying motivations behind the pursuit of longevity.

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Longevity

By Ambrose Bierce

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