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Leonardo da Vinci

Men of lofty genius when they are doing the least work are most active.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

People with great intelligence often think deeply and come up with important ideas even when they are not physically busy. Their minds stay very active, especially during moments of rest or minimal effort.

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