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Quote by Max Brooks
Adversity’s going to come knocking; it doesn’t matter how rich you are.
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The quote says that hardship is unavoidable, even for wealthy people. Money may change a person’s circumstances, but it does not prevent difficulties from appearing. “Come knocking” presents adversity as something that will eventually arrive at anyone’s door.
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