Plague

Plague

Plague or The plague is a disease that has a high mortality rate or a calamity with widespread and serious consequences for its victims. The term is particularly used to refer the diseases caused by Yersinia pestis.

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Famous quotes containing the word plague:

    “You taught me language, and my profit on’t
    Is, I know how to curse. The red plague rid you
    For learning me your language!”
    —William Shakespeare (1564–1616)

    “The gods are just, and of our pleasant vices
    Make instruments to plague us.”
    —William Shakespeare (1564–1616)

    “Chastity prays for me, piety sings,
    Innocence sweetens my last black breath,
    Modesty hides my thighs in her wings,
    And all the deadly virtues plague my death!”
    —Dylan Thomas (1914–1953)