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H. G. Wells

A time will come when a politician who has willfully made war and promoted international dissension will be as sure of the dock and much surer of the noose than a private homicide. It is not reasonable that those who gamble with men's lives should not sta

H. G. Wells

War

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

In simple terms, this quote by H. G. Wells in the context of war is expressing a point of view or lesson. It highlights what the speaker considers important and why.

Because it uses directive language (like “should” or “must”), it reads as advice — suggesting a way to act or think, rather than just an observation.

A useful way to apply it is to ask: “What situation in my life does this relate to right now, and what would change if I took it seriously?”

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