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In Chapter 5, Ponyboy recites the Robert Frost poem "Nothing Gold Can

Stay." What is the meaning behind the use gold and what does Frost mean
when he says "nothing gold can stay?" Consider the value of something
that is gold.

User Klendathu
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Gold is a precious metal. When something is precious you want to hold onto it forever. I think that the meaning of the quote is to value every good moment because you don't know when the good opportunities will be there again. Nothing lasts forever, even the best moments. (Don't take things for granted).

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My thoughts :) hope it helps

User Tobym
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Answer:

The meaning of "Nothing Gold Can Stay" Nothing good can stay, so enjoy it while you can.

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The author means that like the sunset that ponyboy is seeing. it is "Gold"

Stay Golden Pony Boy

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