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“I've been drunk only once in my life. But that lasted for twenty-three years.” quote by W. C. Fields
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“I've been drunk only once in my life. But that lasted for twenty-three years.”

W. C. Fields

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 1935

Uses hyperbole to humorously comment on a brief moment of indulgence that felt endless.

In simple terms: A short indulgence can feel like a lifetime.

Key Takeaway

Enjoy moments, but keep perspective.

Themes

humor excess reflection

Mood

playful wry

Type

comic satirical

When to use this quote

  • celebrations
  • bad habits
  • personal anecdotes

Key Concepts

hyperbole self‑deprecation

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you over‑estimated a brief experience?
  • What does this say about memory?
A Different Perspective

Exaggeration may mislead about actual impact.

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