But winter lingering chills the lap of May.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Goldsmith notes that cold weather persists even into spring months.
- In plain terms
- Winter cold still chills May.
- What can you take from it?
- Change is often gradual and uneven.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle lingering challenges?
- What seasons does life have?
Another view
It may overlook the warmth that eventually comes.
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