Never Stronger
Never Stronger - meaning Summary
Fear Becomes Familiar
The poem shows social exchanges softened by fear and habit. Conversations bring voices closer but not clearer, as people repeat familiar roles and pair off without real help. Reassurances and farewells become younger and more routine, a circular ritual that keeps true danger at bay. The speaker traces how intimacy, avoidance, and performative speech make fear manageable yet prevent meaningful change.
Read Complete AnalysesAgain in conversations Speaking of fear And throwing off reserve The voice is nearer But no clearer Than first love Than boys’ imaginations. For every news Means pairing off in twos and twos, Another I, another You, Each knowing what to do But of no use. Never stronger But younger and younger, Saying good—bye but coming back, for fear Is over there, And the centre of anger Is out of danger.
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