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“We were all feeling that bit shagged and fagged and fashed, it having been an evening of some small energy expenditure.” quote by Anthony Burgess
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““We were all feeling that bit shagged and fagged and fashed, it having been an evening of some small energy expenditure.””

Anthony Burgess

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Clockwork Orange, 1962

The narrator describes a weary, exhausted feeling after a low‑energy evening, using vivid slang.

In simple terms: Feeling tired after a small, draining night.

Key Takeaway

Rest and recharge.

Themes

fatigue slang social observation

Mood

conversational reflective

Type

literary observational

When to use this quote

  • after‑work relaxation
  • social gatherings
  • creative writing
  • self‑care

Key Concepts

energy expenditure post‑event reflection language style

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does language shape mood?
  • What restores your energy after exhaustion?
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