Quotation by

Blaise Pascal

It is the fight alone that pleases us, not the victory.

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The quote means that the struggle and effort involved in facing challenges is what truly satisfies us, rather than simply winning or achieving success. It highlights that the process of fighting itself holds more value and enjoyment than the final outcome.

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