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Vacant minds must have their uses, yet it seems a pity to waste first-class bodies on them.

Vacant minds must have their uses, yet it seems a pity to wa

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This quote suggests that while people with vacant minds may serve a purpose, it is a waste to have individuals with excellent physical abilities, but lacking intellectual capacity. It implies that the potential of these individuals could be better utilized if they possessed both cognitive and physical capabilities. The quote may be highlighting the importance of utilizing one's full potential and not underestimating the value of intellectual capacity in conjunction with physical attributes.

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