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When I was young there was no respect for the young, and now that I am old there is no respect for the old. I missed out
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"When I was young there was no respect for the young, and now that I am old there is no respect for the old. I missed out coming and going"

- J.B. Priestley

About this Quote

This quote by J. B. Priestley talks to the idea that respect is something that is often lacking in society. It suggests that no matter what age a person is, they are not likely to get the respect they should have. The quote implies that the speaker has actually experienced a disrespect both in their youth and in their aging, and that they have been deprived of regard throughout their life. This could be interpreted as a commentary on the disrespect that is frequently shown to individuals of different ages, and how this can have a negative influence on their lives. It might also be viewed as a tip to lionize to people of any ages, no matter their age or status.

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J.B. Priestley This quote is written / told by J.B. Priestley between September 13, 1894 and August 14, 1984. He was a famous Writer from United Kingdom. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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