Quote by Evelyn Waugh

One forgets words as one forgets names. One's vocabulary needs constant fertilizing or it will die.

One forgets words as one forgets names. One's vocabulary nee

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of maintaining an active and dynamic vocabulary. Much like forgetting names, words can also be easily forgotten if not regularly used or reinforced. The analogy of fertilizing implies that our vocabulary requires continuous nourishment and growth in order to thrive and remain alive. It emphasizes the need to constantly engage with words, learning new ones and utilizing existing ones, in order to prevent them from fading away from our memory.

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