Quotation by

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Swans sing before they die - 'twere no bad thing should certain persons die before they sing.

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The quote means that swans are known to sing beautifully just before they die, symbolizing a final expression of life. Coleridge suggests that some people might be better off passing away before they have a chance to speak or express themselves, implying their words would be unpleasant or unwelcome.

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