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To waft a feather or to drown a fly.
— Edward Young
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "To waft a feather or to drown a fly." in the context of "Line 154." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "Edward Young" (Quotes, Night-Thoughts (1742–1745), Night I)
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About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
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