Quote by Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Men get opinions as boys learn to spell by reiteration chiefly.

Men get opinions as boys learn to spell by reiteration chief

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This quote suggests that men acquire their opinions through repetitive exposure, similar to how children learn spelling through constant practice. It implies that opinions are not necessarily formed through critical thinking, but rather by what men are repeatedly told or exposed to. It highlights the power of social influence and how opinions can be shaped by the dominant perspectives and ideas that are consistently reinforced.

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