Time is so old and love so brief, love is pure gold and time a thief. We're late, darling, we're late, The curtain descends, everything ends, too soon, too soon.
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I do not like to get the news, because there has never been an era when so many things were going so right for so many of the wrong persons.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses skepticism about the positive news of the time, suggesting that good things are often in the hands of unworthy individuals.
Ogden Nash's quote reflects a cynical view on the state of affairs in society, implying that despite the apparent progress and achievements in the world, they are largely enjoyed by those who do not deserve them. This perspective calls attention to the disparity between success and merit, raising questions about justice and the distribution of good fortune.
Themes
NewsSocietySuccessSkepticismMerit
In practice
Example use cases
Discussing the state of the world at a dinner party.
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