Quote by William Shakespeare

The time of life is short; to spend that shortness basely were too long

The time of life is short; to spend that shortness basely w

Summary

This quote suggests that life is fleeting, and wasting it on shallow or unworthy pursuits would make it feel longer than it actually is. It serves as a reminder to make the most of our limited time, valuing meaningful experiences and not squandering it on trivial matters.

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By William Shakespeare

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