I were better to be eaten to death with a rust than to be scoured to nothing with perpetual motion

I were better to be eaten to death with a rust than to be scoured to nothing with perpetual motion

The quote "I were better to be eaten to death with a rust than to be scoured to nothing with perpetual motion" is a powerful statement made by the character Rosalind in William Shakespeare's play "As You Like It." This quote reflects the theme of balance and moderation that is prevalent throughout the play.