Poetry quote by Oscar Wilde

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A poet can survive everything but a misprint
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"A poet can survive everything but a misprint"

- Oscar Wilde

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This quote by Oscar Wilde speaks with the significance of accuracy and accuracy in the written word. For a poet, the words they select and the method they are organized are of utmost value. A misprint can entirely alter the meaning of a poem, and hence, the poet's desired message. A misprint can likewise be viewed as a sign of carelessness and lack of attention to detail, which can be harming to a poet's reputation. Therefore, a poet should take great care to guarantee that their work is totally free of errors. A misprint can be a source of shame and aggravation for a poet, and can even result in a loss of reliability. Eventually, a poet can endure numerous things, however a misprint is not one of them.

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Oscar Wilde This quote is written / told by Oscar Wilde between October 16, 1854 and November 30, 1900. He was a famous Dramatist from Ireland, the quote is categorized under the topic Poetry. The author also have 166 other quotes.

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