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Be quick to learn and wise to know
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"Be quick to learn and wise to know"

- George Burns

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In this quote, George Burns is stressing the importance of being both quick to learn and smart to understand. He is recommending that in order to succeed and educated, one should have both qualities. Fasting to learn methods being open-minded and eager to absorb new info and ideas. It also implies having the ability to adjust and learn from mistakes. On the other hand, being a good idea to know ways having the capability to determine and understand the info that has been discovered. It includes vital thinking and utilizing understanding in a useful and meaningful method. In general, Burns is motivating individuals to continuously look for understanding and use it sensibly in their lives.

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George Burns This quote is written / told by George Burns between January 20, 1896 and March 9, 1996. He was a famous Comedian from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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