There can be no greater error than to expect
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There can be no greater error than to expector calculate,
upon real favors from nation to nation.
It is an illusion which experience must cure,
which a just pride ought to discard.
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Meaning
This quote means expecting one nation to grant real favors to another is usually a dangerous illusion that pride and experience should correct.
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George Washington
George Washington was the first President of the United States and a key Founding Father. Known for his leadership in the Revolutionary War and governance, his quotes often reflect integrity, perseverance, and civic duty. Washington inspires leaders, historians, and citizens to uphold democratic values, ethical leadership, and commitment to public service.
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