In remembering the appalling suffering of war on both sides, we recognise how precious is the peace we have built in Europe since 1945.
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My husband has quite simply been my strength and stay all these years, and I owe him a debt greater than he would ever claim.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses deep gratitude for the unwavering support and strength provided by a partner.
Queen Elizabeth II reflects on her relationship with her husband, acknowledging how he has been her source of strength and stability throughout her life. She conveys a sense of indebtedness for his support, emphasizing the importance of partnership and love in facing life's challenges.
Themes
LoveSupportGratitudeStrengthPartnership
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech where you want to honor a partner's role in a marriage.
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We lost the American colonies because we lacked the statesmanship to know the right time and the manner of yielding what is impossible to keep.
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The world is not the most pleasant place. Eventually, your parents leave you and nobody is going to go out of their way to protect you unconditionally. You need to learn to stand up for yourself and what you believe and sometimes, pardon my language, kick some ass.
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At Christmas, I am always struck by how the spirit of togetherness lies also at the heart of the Christmas story. A young mother and a dutiful father with their baby were joined by poor shepherds and visitors from afar. They came with their gifts to worship the Christ child.
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I hope people will think very carefully about the future.
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