Sweet is the voice of a sister in the season of sorrow.
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I will not go down to posterity talking bad grammar.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The importance of good grammar over time and its impact on one's legacy.
This quote emphasizes that an individual's reputation and how they are remembered in the future are significantly influenced by their use of language, particularly grammar. Disraeli is suggesting that poor grammar could tarnish the esteem in which one is held by future generations, highlighting the value of clear and correct communication.
Themes
GrammarLegacyCommunicationLanguageEducation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the significance of education, one might quote Disraeli to underline the importance of proper grammar.
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