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The day breaks not, it is my heart
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"The day breaks not, it is my heart"

- John Donne

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John Donne's quote talks to the concept of heartbreak and the discomfort that includes it. The phrase "the day breaks not" suggests that the discomfort of heartbreak is so extreme that it seems like the day will never end. The phrase "it is my heart" suggests that the heartbreak is so deep that it seems like it is breaking the heart. This quote talks to the idea that heartbreak can be so intense that it feels like the day will never end. It is a pointer that heartbreak can be a challenging and painful experience. It also speaks with the concept that heartbreak can be so extreme that it can seem like it is breaking the heart. This quote is a reminder that heartbreak can be a difficult and uncomfortable experience, however it can also provide growth and understanding.

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John Donne This quote is written / told by John Donne between January 24, 1572 and March 31, 1631. He was a famous Poet from United Kingdom. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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