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Fortunes made in no time are like shirts made in no time its ten to one if they hang long together
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"Fortunes made in no time are like shirts made in no time; it's ten to one if they hang long together"

- Douglas William Jerrold

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This quote by Douglas William Jerrold is a warning about the dangers of getting rich quickly. He is recommending that fortunes made in no time, or rapidly, are not most likely to last. He compares these fortunes to t-shirts made in no time, which are likely to be of bad quality and not last long. He is saying that it is not likely that these fortunes will last, and it is 10 to one that they will not.

This quote is a suggestion to be careful when it pertains to making money quickly. It is essential to be familiar with the dangers associated with getting abundant quickly, as it is unlikely that the fortune will last. It is better to put in the time to build a solid foundation for wealth, instead of relying on luck or taking shortcuts. This quote is a suggestion to be patient and to take the time to construct a safe monetary future.

About the Author

Douglas William Jerrold This quote is written / told by Douglas William Jerrold between January 3, 1803 and June 8, 1857. He was a famous Dramatist from England. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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