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Meaning
The speaker is saying that having permission to do something does not mean you should use it all the time. The quote criticizes overreacting or using power for trivial matters. It encourages restraint and common sense.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About J.K. Rowling
British author, philanthropist, producer, and screenwriter
J. K. Rowling, born Joanne Rowling, is a British author, philanthropist, producer, and screenwriter. She is known for creating the Harry Potter series, and she was born under her full name before becoming widely known by her pen name. Her Harry Potter books follow a young wizard across seven volumes and became the best-selling book series in history, with more than 600 million copies sold. She also writes the ongoing Cormoran Strike crime fiction series under the name Robert Galbraith.
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