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“Defer not till to-morrow to be wise, To-morrow's Sun to thee may never rise; Or should to-morrow chance to cheer thy sight With her enlivening and unlook'd for light, How grateful will appear her dawning rays! As favours unexpected doubly please.” quote by William Congreve
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“Defer not till to-morrow to be wise, To-morrow's Sun to thee may never rise; Or should to-morrow chance to cheer thy sight With her enlivening and unlook'd for light, How grateful will appear her dawning rays! As favours unexpected doubly please.”

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.

Procrastination risks missing life's opportunities; act now to seize unexpected blessings.

In simple terms: Delay can cause loss of chance.

Key Takeaway

Act promptly to welcome unforeseen gifts.

Themes

time opportunity action

Mood

motivational inspirational

Type

aphorism advice

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal relationships
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

proverbial wisdom carpe diem

Questions to Reflect On

  • What opportunities might you be postponing?
  • How does urgency affect your choices?
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