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Then not only an old man, but also a drunkard, becomes a second time a child.

Then not only an old man, but also a drunkard, becomes a sec

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This quote suggests that when an old man is intoxicated, he regresses to a state of being childlike again. It implies that alcohol not only affects physical and cognitive faculties but also brings about a similar vulnerability and simplicity that children possess. The comparison highlights the loss of inhibitions and responsibilities in an intoxicated state, leading to a regression in behavior and mentality.

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