Quote by David Lehman

Words can have no single fixed meaning. Like wayward electrons, they can spin away from their initial orbit and enter a wider magnetic field. No one owns them or has a proprietary right to dictate how they will be used.

Words can have no single fixed meaning. Like wayward electro

Summary

This quote emphasizes the inherent fluidity and subjectivity of language. It suggests that words are not static in their meanings, but rather, like erratic electrons, can transform and adapt beyond their intended interpretation. The quote rejects the notion of ownership or control over words, asserting that no one can dictate their usage or claim exclusive authority over them. Instead, it highlights that the meaning of words can expand within a broad context, subject to the influences and perspectives of various individuals.

By David Lehman

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