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The true snob never rests there is always a higher goal to attain, and there are, by the same token, always more and mor
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"The true snob never rests; there is always a higher goal to attain, and there are, by the same token, always more and more people to look down upon"

- Russell Lynes

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This quote by Russell Lynes speaks to the concept of snobbery and the relentless pursuit of supremacy. It recommends that a real snob is never pleased with their present status and is always pursuing something more. This could be a greater social standing, more wealth, or a greater level of eminence. The quote also implies that a snob will constantly discover somebody to look down upon, no matter how high they climb. This might be a reflection of the competitive nature of snobbery, where one is constantly trying to outshine their peers and prove their superiority. Eventually, this quote serves as a suggestion that snobbery is an unlimited cycle of pursuing more and looking down on others.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Russell Lynes between December 2, 1910 and September 14, 1991. He/she was a famous Critic from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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