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Marquis de Sade

The more defects a man may have, the older he is, the less lovable, the more resounding his success.

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The quote suggests that as a person ages and accumulates flaws, they tend to be less appealing to others. However, despite these imperfections, their achievements often become more impressive and widely recognized.

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