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i died for beauty -but was scarce

 

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i died for beauty -but was scarce

Definition:

This phrase is a line from the Emily Dickinson poem "I Died for Beauty, but was Scarce." It conveys the idea of sacrificing one's life or individuality for the sake of beauty or societal expectations, but ultimately being overlooked or forgotten.

Examples:

As a noun:

"I Died for Beauty -But Was Scarce" is a thought-provoking poem by Emily Dickinson that reflects on the sacrifices made in the pursuit of societal ideals.

As a verb:

She died for beauty -but was scarce, conforming to societal norms even at the cost of her own happiness.

As an adjective:

The concept of "I Died for Beauty -But Was Scarce" is often used to discuss the unattainable standards imposed by society.

As an adverb:

He followed the trend of "I Died for Beauty -But Was Scarce" too strictly, sacrificing his authenticity to fit in.

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