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A hungry wolf at all the herd will run, In hopes, through…

“A hungry wolf at all the herd will run, In hopes, through many, to make sure of one.” quote by William Congreve
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“A hungry wolf at all the herd will run, In hopes, through many, to make sure of one.”

William Congreve

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A wolf’s hunger drives it to chase the herd, hoping to secure a single target amid many.

In simple terms: Desire for one leads to relentless pursuit.

Key Takeaway

Focus on realistic goals.

Themes

ambition persistence risk

Mood

cautionary instructive

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • competition
  • goal setting
  • resource allocation
  • survival strategy

Key Concepts

literature metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What single goal justifies extensive effort?
  • When does pursuit become futile?
A Different Perspective

May cause reckless behavior.

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