Quote by Jonathan Swift

What some people invent the rest enlarge.

What some people invent the rest enlarge.

Summary

This quote suggests that certain individuals bring about innovations or ideas, while others take those concepts and expand upon them, further developing or improving them. It implies that progress and advancements in various fields are often a collaborative effort, with different people contributing their unique perspectives to build upon the initial inventions or discoveries made by others. The quote emphasizes the importance of collective creativity and the cumulative impact of these combined efforts in pushing society forward.

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