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Rather Quotes by Emily Dickinson
- 'Arcturus' is his other name- I'd rather call him 'Star.' It's very mean of Science To go and interfere!
- God is indeed a jealous God. He cannot bear to see, that we had rather not with him, but with each other play.
- Will you tell me my fault, frankly as to yourself, for I had rather wince, than die. Men do not call the surgeon to commend…
- Is Bliss then, such Abyss, I must not put my foot amiss For fear I spoil my shoe? I'd rather suit my foot Than save…
- I wonder if it hurts to live, And if they have to try, And whether, could they choose between, They would not rather die.
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