Quote by Charles Dickens

He would make a lovely corpse.

He would make a lovely corpse.

Summary

This quote implies that the person being referred to is disliked or despised to such an extent that the speaker believes they would be more pleasant, or more acceptable, dead. It highlights a strong negative sentiment towards that individual, suggesting the speaker's wish for their absence or demise. It may also reflect a desire for vengeance or a form of expression to emphasize the speaker's revulsion towards them. Overall, it signifies a harsh judgment on that person's character or actions.

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Death

By Charles Dickens

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