Satire II, l. 207.
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Where Nature’s end of language is declin’d,
And men talk only to conceal the mind.
— Edward Young
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "Where Nature’s end of language is declin’d,
And men talk only to conceal the mind." in the context of "Satire II, l. 207." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "Edward Young" (Quotes, Love of Fame (1725-1728))
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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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