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What does it mean?
An endorsement of the catfish as a sufficient choice for anyone.
In plain terms
Catfish is good enough for everyone.
What can you take from it?
Simple things can be satisfying.

Where it applies

  • dining
  • budgeting

Putting it to work

  • choosing food

Questions to consider

  • What is enough?
  • Is variety necessary?

Another view

Taste is subjective.

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