Quotation by

Robert Browning

Fail I alone, in words and deeds? Why, all men strive and who succeeds?

Alone

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The speaker questions whether they are the only one who makes mistakes in what they say and do, suggesting that failure is a common experience. They point out that everyone tries hard, yet no one truly achieves perfect success.

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