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Meaning
The quote says that even a very short nap can be more renewing and energizing than drinking alcohol. It contrasts natural rest with alcohol, implying that sleep provides a better kind of stimulation. The point is practical and direct: rest can do more for alertness than drink can.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Ovid
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