Quote by W.C. Fields

A thing worth having is a thing worth cheating for.

A thing worth having is a thing worth cheating for.

Summary

This quote suggests that if something is truly valuable or desirable, it may be worth breaking rules or engaging in dishonesty in order to obtain it. It raises ethical questions and challenges the idea of integrity. While it recognizes the allure of certain things, it implies that the end justifies the means, disregarding the importance of honesty and the potential consequences of cheating. Overall, it highlights the trade-off between personal gain and moral principles.

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Funny Inspirational Humour

By W.C. Fields

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