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Irv Kupcinet

An optimist is a person who starts a new diet on Thanksgiving Day.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The quote humorously points out that starting a diet on a day known for heavy eating and indulgence is unrealistic and overly hopeful. It suggests that the person is ignoring the challenges of the occasion, showing a kind of naive optimism.

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