Quote by Oscar Wilde

When one pays a visit it is for the purpose of wasting other people's time, not one's own.

When one pays a visit it is for the purpose of wasting other

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone goes to visit someone else, their intention is usually to distract or inconvenience the other person, rather than benefiting themselves. It implies that visiting someone is often seen as a way to kill time or impose on others, rather than engaging in meaningful or purposeful interactions. The quote implies a negative perception of visits, highlighting the selfish motives behind them.

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