Quote by Alexander Smith

To be occasionally quoted is the only fame I care for.

To be occasionally quoted is the only fame I care for.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker values being sporadically mentioned or cited more than any other form of recognition or fame. It denotes a preference for having their words or ideas acknowledged and shared, even if it is not a constant or widespread occurrence. The quote implies a modest desire for intellectual impact, highlighting the speaker's satisfaction with periodic recognition rather than a thirst for constant notoriety.

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