No worst, there is none. Pitched past pitch of grief, More pangs will, schooled at forepangs, wilder wring.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses extreme grief, stating it has reached a maximum intensity with no worse to come.
- In plain terms
- Grief has reached its worst point and cannot get worse.
- What can you take from it?
- Deep pain often feels insurpassable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can grief get worse?
- What limits pain?
Another view
It describes pain without suggesting relief.
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