Quote by Jonathan Swift

There are few, very few, that will own themselves in a mistake.

There are few, very few, that will own themselves in a mista

Summary

This quote suggests that admitting one's own mistakes is a rare quality possessed by only a few individuals. It implies that many people struggle with accepting and acknowledging their errors, instead choosing to avoid accountability or shift blame onto others. The quote highlights the difficulty people face in taking responsibility for their actions and the rarity of those who are willing to genuinely own up to their mistakes.

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By Jonathan Swift

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