Quote by William Butler Yeats

The worst thing about some men is that when they are not drunk they are sober.

The worst thing about some men is that when they are not dru

Summary

This quote, often attributed to the Irish playwright and poet William Butler Yeats, suggests that certain individuals exhibit negative qualities even when they are not under the influence of alcohol. It implies that some men may possess inherent flaws or vices that persist regardless of their state of mind. It denounces their character by emphasizing that their negative behavior is consistent, implying that being drunk merely highlights their already problematic nature.

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By William Butler Yeats

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