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George Bernard Shaw

Peace is not only better than war, but infinitely more arduous.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

George Bernard Shaw means that while peace is clearly preferable to war, achieving and maintaining it requires much more effort and complexity. Unlike war, which is often straightforward in its violence, peace demands ongoing work, compromise, and patience.

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