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The quote suggests that something can remain precise and true even when its purpose changes. It also implies that in a new role, that same thing can add depth or value without speaking loudly. The line treats silence as something that can be made richer rather than emptier.
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Originally said in English.
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About Dejan Stojanovic
Serbian American poet and writer
Dejan Stojanovic is a Serbian American poet, writer, essayist, philosopher, businessman, and former journalist. His work is marked by a distinct way of thinking and a reflective tone that often touches on philosophy. His poetry is described as built around a recognizable system of thought, with literary techniques that approach philosophical reflection. Critic Petar V. Arbutina placed him among the small circle of poets who have been a leading creative force in Serbian poetry in recent decades.
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