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William Butler Yeats

Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy.

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The quote means that because of his Irish background, he was always aware of life's hardships and sorrows. This deep understanding of sadness helped him appreciate and endure brief moments of happiness.

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