Quote by William Congreve

Say what you will, 'tis better to be left than never to have been loved.

Say what you will, 'tis better to be left than never to have

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This quote suggests that it is preferable to experience the pain of being abandoned or left by someone you love, rather than never having experienced love at all. It implies that the joy and fulfillment that comes from being loved, even if it is fleeting, outweighs the emptiness and regret of never having felt love's embrace. The quote highlights the essential role that love plays in enriching our lives, regardless of the temporary or permanent loss that may follow.

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