This stuff's so fine Julius Caesar called for it with his dying breath. 'A toot, Brutus,' is what he said.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The substance is so exquisite even Caesar valued it at death, though the quote is likely fictional.
- In plain terms
- This thing is so good Caesar supposedly wanted it when he died.
- What can you take from it?
- Quality stands out even in critical moments.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define fine stuff?
- What legends do you believe?
Another view
Caesar did not actually say this.
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