Quote by Christian Nestell Bovee

Next to being witty, the best thing is being able to quote another's wit.

Next to being witty, the best thing is being able to quote a

Summary

This quote suggests that while being clever or witty is great, there is also value in being able to quote and appreciate the wit of others. It implies that being able to recognize and reference someone else's clever words can be just as impressive and enjoyable as coming up with original wit oneself. It speaks to the idea of appreciating and sharing the brilliance of others.

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