Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
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One should never make one's entrance with a scandal. One should reserve that to give an interest to one's old age.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Avoid creating drama at the start of your life; save it for later to maintain intrigue.
Oscar Wilde suggests that a dramatic or scandalous entrance into life can overshadow one's true essence. Instead of seeking attention through turmoil or controversy, one should navigate through life with grace and save the more vivid stories for later, enriching the tapestry of one's life as time goes on.
Themes
ScandalEntranceInterestOld AgeDrama
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a retirement party might refer to the quote when reflecting on their career.
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