Quotation by

Edward Dowden

Sometimes a noble failure serves the world as faithfully as a distinguished success.

Failure

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A failure that is honorable and well-intentioned can still have a positive impact or teach important lessons, just like a clear success does. This means that the value of an effort isn’t only measured by its outcome, but also by the integrity and purpose behind it.

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