A short story is the ultimate close-up magic trick -- a couple of thousand words to take you around the universe or break your heart.
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There is something about riding a unicorn, for those people who still can, which is unlike any other experience: exhilarating, and intoxicating, and fine.
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What this quote means
Riding a unicorn symbolizes a unique, exhilarating experience that is rare and magical.
In this quote, Neil Gaiman captures the essence of extraordinary experiences that can evoke strong emotions and a sense of wonder. Riding a unicorn, often seen as a symbol of imagination and fantasy, reflects the idea that certain rare moments in life can be both liberating and intoxicating, providing a feeling unlike any other.
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UnicornExperienceExhilarationMagicFantasy
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