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I once heard a wise man say there are no perfect men. Only perfect intentions.

— Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves ‧ 1991

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What it means

Our interpretation.

The speaker repeats something a wise man said: no one is perfect, but intentions can be. It separates conduct, which is always flawed, from aim, which can be pure. The sentiment is forgiving toward human failings while still holding up good purpose as what matters.

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