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I don't know how uncharitable I'm being, but sometimes the argument that death is the great idea palate cleanser, just comes across as a way people attempt to come to terms with mortality. Maybe it is a valid argument, but as you've pointed out, there's plenty to suggest the opposite might also be true -- death/ageing cuts down brilliant minds before they have a chance to do their best work.