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Meaning
The speaker is saying that the people being asked about are not present and never were. The line emphasizes isolation and the idea that only the speaker and the listener are left.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Rick Yancey
American author
Rick Yancey is an American author of young adult suspense, fantasy, and science fiction. He is known for the Alfred Kropp series, The Monstrumologist series, and The 5th Wave series. His writing blends suspense with speculative storytelling for younger readers. The 5th Wave was adapted into a feature film of the same name in 2016.
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