Maggie, we're through with lies and liars in this house. Lock the door.
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Make voyages. Attempt them. There's nothing else.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages people to take risks and pursue their dreams without hesitation.
Tennessee Williams emphasizes the importance of adventure and exploration in life. By urging us to make attempts and embark on journeys, he suggests that these experiences are essential to our existence. This call to action reminds us that the fear of failure should not hinder our pursuit of passions and that embracing challenges is a vital part of living fully.
Themes
VoyagesAttemptsAdventureDreamsLife
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote as inspiration in a graduation speech to encourage students to chase their dreams.
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