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...she moved about in a mental cloud of many-coloured idealities, which eclipsed all sinister contingencies by its brightness.
Thomas Hardy
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote describes a person whose vivid imagination and ideals shield them from negativity and troubling realities.

In this quote, Thomas Hardy illustrates the power of imagination and idealism, portraying a character who navigates life within a vibrant mental landscape filled with colorful dreams and aspirations. This mental cloud serves as a protective barrier, overshadowing darker and more foreboding aspects of life, suggesting that a rich inner life can influence one's perspective and emotional state in the face of challenges.

Themes

ImaginationIdealsPositivityDreamsBright

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech about pursuing dreams.

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