'''''Carpe diem''''' (KAHR-pay DEE-um) is [[Latin]] for ''seize the day.'' Most references to this phrase mean for one to take full advantage of their present opportunities.
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'''''Carpe diem''''' (KAHR-pay DEE-um) is [[Latin]] for ''seize the day.'' The phrase is taken from the work of the Roman poet [[Horace]]. Most references to this phrase mean for one to take full advantage of their present opportunities.
This sentiment is not only found in classical literature, but in much of [[English]] [[literature]] as well.
This sentiment is not only found in classical literature, but in much of [[English]] [[literature]] as well.