Quote by Hector Hugh Munro

When people grow gradually rich their requirements and standard of living expand in proportion, while their present-giving instincts often remain in the undeveloped condition of their earlier days. Something showy and not-too-expensive in a shop is their only conception of the ideal gift.

When people grow gradually rich their requirements and stand

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This quote suggests that as people become wealthier, their desire for material possessions increases. However, their ability to give thoughtful and meaningful gifts may not develop at the same pace. Instead, they tend to rely on flashy and inexpensive items found in stores as their go-to choice for presents. The quote implies that their attitude towards gifting might remain stunted, failing to evolve as their wealth does.

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