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When lovers kiss on the cheeks, it is because they are searching, feeling for one another's lips. Lovers are made by a kiss.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the intimate connection between lovers through the act of kissing.
Emile Zola highlights the profound significance of a kiss between lovers, suggesting that when they kiss each other on the cheeks, it symbolizes their longing and desire to bridge the gap between themselves. The kiss serves as a powerful act that solidifies their bond and transforms their relationship into something deeper, representing both a physical and emotional connection.
Themes
LoveKissIntimacyConnectionRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a romantic speech during a wedding.
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