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“The ball I threw while playing in the park has not yet reached the ground.” quote by Dylan Thomas
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““The ball I threw while playing in the park has not yet reached the ground.””

Dylan Thomas

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Ball in the Park”, 1934

The speaker reflects on a ball still airborne, symbolizing unfinished actions or lingering thoughts.

In simple terms: Unfinished actions linger.

Key Takeaway

Complete what you start.

Themes

impermanence potential reflection

Mood

thoughtful poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • creative writing
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

time unfinished business anticipation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unfinished tasks occupy your mind?
  • How does waiting affect your patience?
A Different Perspective

May be overly literal without deeper context.

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