Quote by W. S. Gilbert

Things are seldom what they seem.

Things are seldom what they seem.

Summary

This quote suggests that appearances can be deceiving and things are often not as they appear at first glance. It implies that there is often more to a situation, person, or thing than meets the eye. It serves as a reminder to look beyond surface-level observations and assumptions, and to be open to discovering the hidden truth or meaning behind things.

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