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Nine-tenths of the people were created so you would want to be with the other tenth
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"Nine-tenths of the people were created so you would want to be with the other tenth"

- Horace Walpole

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This quote by Horace Walpole recommends that most of individuals are not especially special or special, however rather they are developed to be average and regular. The other tenth of individuals, however, are the ones that stick out and deserve wishing to be around. Walpole is recommending that these people are the ones that deserve investing time and energy into, as they are the ones that will bring the most worth to our lives. He is likewise indicating that most of people are not worth our time and energy, as they are not especially fascinating or unique.

Walpole's quote is a tip to focus our attention on individuals that deserve our time and energy, and to not lose our time on those who are not. It is likewise a reminder to make every effort to be part of the tenth that stands apart, as that is where we will discover the most value and fulfillment in life. Eventually, Walpole's quote is a reminder to concentrate on individuals that deserve our energy and time, and to aim to be part of the tenth that sticks out.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Horace Walpole between September 24, 1717 and March 2, 1797. He/she was a famous Author from England. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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