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Charles Baudelaire

Always be a poet, even in prose.

Poetry

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Charles Baudelaire means that even when writing ordinary text, you should use vivid imagery, emotion, and creativity like a poet does. This approach makes everyday language more expressive and impactful, turning simple prose into something more beautiful and meaningful.

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