If a man can... make a better mousetrap
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If a man can...
make a better mousetrap,
the world will make a beaten,
path to his door.
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Meaning
This quote means real usefulness and excellence naturally attract attention and demand. Good work draws its own audience.
About Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, known for his work on transcendentalism and individualism. His quotes often reflect self-reliance, wisdom, and introspection. Emerson inspires writers, thinkers, and students to embrace personal growth, independent thought, and the philosophical exploration of life and nature.
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