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It is a very sad thing that nowadays there is so little useless information.
Oscar Wilde
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What this quote means

This quote reflects on the loss of value placed on seemingly meaningless information in modern society.

Oscar Wilde's quote laments the fact that in today's world, society often prioritizes information that is deemed 'useful' over that which may be considered 'useless' or trivial. He suggests that there is beauty and importance in the frivolous and the whimsical, and that such information enriches our lives. By calling it 'sad,' Wilde highlights how the obsession with practicality can diminish the joy of exploration and creativity.

Themes

InformationUselessSocietyWisdomKnowledge

In practice

Example use cases

During a speech about the importance of creativity in education.

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