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There is nothing more universally commended than a fine day the reason is that people can commend it without envy
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"There is nothing more universally commended than a fine day; the reason is that people can commend it without envy"

- William Shenstone

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This quote by William Shenstone speaks to the suggestion that people can value something without feeling envious of it. He recommends that a great day is something that every person can appreciate as well as take pleasure in without really feeling envious of it. This is because a fine day is something that everybody can experience as well as appreciate, no matter their social or economic status. It is something that is widely taken pleasure in and appreciated, and it is something that can be shared and appreciated by all. This quote talks with the concept that people can value something without really feeling envious of it, which a fine day is something that every person can delight in and also appreciate without feeling envious of it. It is a reminder that we can all appreciate the charm of a great day, which we can all share in its delight without feeling envious of it.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by William Shenstone between November 13, 1714 and February 11, 1763. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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