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Victor Hugo

Men become accustomed to poison by degrees.

Men

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Victor Hugo means that people can slowly get used to harmful or bad things if they are exposed to them little by little. Over time, what once seemed dangerous or unacceptable may start to feel normal or less harmful.

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