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Why should poetry have to make sense?
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"Why should poetry have to make sense?"

- Charlie Chaplin

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This quote by Charlie Chaplin speaks with the concept that poetry does not need to be confined to the traditional guidelines of language and grammar. He is suggesting that poetry ought to be allowed to be more creative and expressive, without having to abide by the conventions of language. He is suggesting that poetry must be allowed to be more abstract and open up to interpretation, without needing to make sense in the traditional sense. This quote speaks with the idea that poetry should be enabled to be more imaginative and expressive, and need to not be restricted by the standard rules of language. It encourages readers to explore the beauty of poetry and to appreciate the imaginative and meaningful nature of it, without having to stress over understanding it. This quote encourages readers to appreciate the beauty of poetry and to explore its innovative and expressive nature, without needing to worry about understanding it.

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Charlie Chaplin This quote is written / told by Charlie Chaplin between April 16, 1889 and December 25, 1977. He was a famous Actor from England. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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