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I would rather miss the mark acting well than win the day acting basely
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"I would rather miss the mark acting well than win the day acting basely"

- Sophocles

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This quote by Sophocles speaks with the significance of moral integrity and doing the right thing, even if it implies not accomplishing the desired result. It suggests that it is better to act with honor and integrity, even if it means not achieving the desired outcome, than to act in an unethical or immoral way and attain the desired outcome. This quote motivates us to strive for excellence in our actions, even if it means not accomplishing our wanted result. It likewise encourages us to take the moral high ground and to show stability, even if it means not attaining our desired outcome. This quote advises us that our actions have repercussions and that it is very important to act with integrity and honor, even if it indicates not accomplishing our wanted outcome. Ultimately, this quote motivates us to strive for quality in our actions and to take the ethical high ground, even if it indicates not accomplishing our desired result.

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Sophocles This quote is written / told by Sophocles between 496 BC and 405 BC. He was a famous Author from Greece. The author also have 100 other quotes.

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